Kwame Alexander, Kyle Lukoff, Remy Lai, and Stacey Lee are among the authors whose books made our list of stellar titles in the June issue.
This engaging memoir is an uplifting ode to Gharib’s bicultural background, her immigrant parents, and her road to self-acceptance. An essential purchase.
A lovely and informative picture book featuring over 20 kinds of animal families and their homes in nature. A must for nonfiction collections everywhere
Essential reading for librarians seeking to develop YA collections with care and purpose in order to promote social awareness and change
Unflinching in its portrayals of racism yet ultimately hopeful and heartfelt, this narrative places voices frequently left out of historical fiction center stage. Recommended for any collection
Part mystery, part elegy, part coming of age, this novel is a perfect convergence of authentic voice and an emphasis on inner dialogue around equity, purpose, and reclaiming one’s lost cultural identity
Fans of Rainbow Rowell and John Green who also like a bit of fantasy will fall in love with Billy and Lydia. A great purchase for all contemporary young adult collections
A much-needed and appealing addition to the picture book canon; both emotionally and visually satisfying.
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