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Lives are validated not through what reviewers often see as ‘gritty’ but a very nuanced layering of Black classicism. Even though she provides a fictitious urban setting, these teen’s reality isn’t directly about racism, income, or gender. It’s about the balancing act they do to survive every day.
Registration is now open for our live Heavy Medal Webcast: "What's It Really Like? Join the 2026 Mock Newbery Live!" The free event is scheduled for Friday, January 23rd, at 1:00 pm EST.
Here's a look at the graphic novels that publishers have been acquiring, and when we can expect to see them.
An interview with John Schu and Holly Hatam, and a cover reveal for their upcoming book, LILY-MAY'S JOYFUL DAY.
Books to inspire a love of reading? Sure. That's a thing. But a little math along the way couldn't hurt either.
Beautiful books simultaneously released in more than one language are deserving of their own separate list. Wouldn't you agree?
It’s deeply personal for me that kids feel seen and connected. Books and schools are lifelines, and both failed me as a boy. Many still fail kids.
Check out this week's list of new comics, manga, and graphic novels for readers 12 and under, featuring Star Wars Young Jedi Adventures The Training Sessions from Dark Horse Comics and ZOR Saves Christmas #1 from Keenspot Entertainment.
View the final nomination list of 71 Mock Newbery contenders and vote in a poll to help determine our final book list.
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