Public Libraries

Young people have always used a language of their own. But does that language belong on the page? Is it literary?

As we celebrate multiple space exploration anniversaries in the next few years, these are just some of the recent crop of titles that will spark kids’ interest.

A selection of engaging picture books just right for reading to lap-sitters, sharing with soon-to-be big siblings, or satisfying youngsters that revel in snuggling close.

Author Adam Gidwitz discusses the evolution of himself as a writer and of his "Unicorn Rescue Society" series.

There was a lot to take in on the first day at SLJ's Leadership Summit, which was full of moving speakers, inspiring panels, and breakout sessions with ideas for attendees to take back to school and implement.

Librarians respond to the challenge of where to put diverse books once they have them in their collections.

Harper Lee's classic To Kill a Mockingbird was named the winner on the PBS series.

The majority of public and K–12 librarians consider it "very important" to have a diverse book collection for kids and teens, according to SLJ's nationwide survey. But there are hurdles, including a lack of quality titles in specific areas.

Smith, who famously raised a black-gloved fist in protest on the medal podium in 1968, has teamed up with award-winning Crown author Derrick Barnes for a graphic memoir.