The nontraditional placement of “death” and “life” in the title of The Death and Life of August Sweeney, Samuel Ashworth’s inventive and adventurous debut novel, is intentional. Readers first meet Aug...

Every year, library systems across the country release lists of the most checked-out books. While the titles vary, patterns emerge. According to a Booklist article published on December 27, 2024, Kris...

When readers first meet Luciana in Melissa Mogollon’s Oye, a natural disaster has upended the high school senior’s life. Hurricane Irma has forced her family to evacuate Miami, and Luciana is stuck in...

Join us as we explore the world of children’s educational media with Marisa Wolsky, Emmy and Peabody Award-winning producer and Executive Producer for GBH Kids. Marisa shares the magic behind Work It ...

Public libraries can be a proponent of healthy aging and have a positive impact on the physical, mental, and social health of the seniors in their communities.