Coverage of Scholastic, wartime resources, and Jeff Kinney is trending. S A librarian’s analysis of the publishing business also drew the attention of readers.

SLJ’s coverage of Scholastic Book Fairs was cited in Forbes, USA Today, and Publisher’s Weekly.

Outraged at Scholastic’s Option to Opt in—or Out—of Receiving Diverse Books, Librarians Seek Book Fair Alternatives
By Kara Yorio
Librarians and authors are angry and seeking alternatives after Scholastic Book Fair change that requires opt-in for an add-on case of diverse books for elementary fairs.

A Treatise on the State of Middle Grade and Young Adult Publishing Today
By Karen Jensen
Teen librarian Karen Jensen discusses the current issues in middle grade and young adult publishing and their impact on reading and libraries

Building Better Book Fairs: Librarians Create New Models
By Maura Madigan
With a focus on student equity and revenue scenarios, these librarians put their own stamp on book fairs.

Resources for Discussing the Israel-Hamas War with Students
By SLJ staff
As educators seek to discuss the Israel-Hamas war with students, SLJ has curated related resources and books.

Jeff Kinney to Honor Librarians in Nationwide Tour for Next Wimpy Kid Book, ‘No Brainer.’ SLJ Has the Exclusive Excerpt.
By Kathy Ishizuka
'Wimpy Kid' tour will highlight “extraordinary” local libraries, librarians at bookstore events around the country. Kinney donates $100,000 to distribute to libraries chosen by local users, along with diverse books to enhance collections, courtesy of multiple publishers.

3 Can’t-Put-Down Thrillers for Teens | YA Spotlight
By SLJ Reviews, Oct 18, 2023
One girl survives a summer camp massacre, another searches for her missing sister before it’s too late, and a third goes on a mysterious treasure hunt in these reads that will keep teens guessing until the end.