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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 20h

Just a few books from my childhood that stuck with me. List: yabooknerd.blogspot.com/2026/10/top-... What's a book from your childhood that you remember?

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Amanda MacGregor @amandamacgregor.bsky.social · 22h

Fast Five Interview: Libba Bray Author Libba Bray joins us to talk about her new book, RADIO FREE TEXAS. teenlibrariantoolbox.com/2026/10/06/f... @tltkaren.bsky.social

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Fast Five Interview: Libba Bray

Author Libba Bray joins us to talk about her new book, RADIO FREE TEXAS.

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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

In today's Middle Grade Monday Review, this might be the coolest setting for a murder mystery I've ever read... Read the review here: yabooknerd.blogspot.com/2026/10/midd... #mmgm #middlegradebooks #graphicnovels

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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

There is never enough time to read ALL the holiday romances that I want to read. Here's my giant list for this year: yabooknerd.blogspot.com/2026/10/holi... Also isn't that plaid truck awesome?

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Holiday Romance Book List

This list is always huge and I never have time to read them all, but... Young Adult: Adult: Are there others I should add?

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PEN America @penamerica.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

#BannedBooksWeek 2026 starts today! As part of the Banned Books Week Coalition, we invite readers, authors, educators, librarians, and everyone who opposes censorship to get involved, Learn more about how you can take action, plus details of all our events, at: pen.org/banned-books-week

Promotional poster for Banned Books Week 2026. The background features a row of partially visible banned book spines. The poster lists events taking place from October 3 to October 6, including family story hours with Dr. Allison Matulli in Gainesville, FL, and Books & Books in Coral Gables, FL; a film screening in Magnolia, TX; and a literary salon with Umar Khalid in Washington, D.C. Logos for PEN America and partner organizations are included at the bottom.

Promotional poster for Banned Books Week 2026 with event details. Events include "Banned and Proud" on October 6 at Vroman's Bookstore in Pasadena, "Defending the Freedom to Read" on October 7 at Santa Monica Public Library, "From Ally to Co-Conspirator" on October 7 via virtual session, and "Banned Books Week Panel" on October 8 at Brooklyn Public Library.Logos for PEN America and partner organizations are included at the bottom.

Banned Books Week 2026 events flyer. The header features the text "Banned Books Week" over a background of books. Events include: "Building With the Bottom: A Symposium on Banned Books" on October 9 in Knoxville, TN; "Screening: Second Nature" followed by a Q&A with Elliot Page and others on October 10, virtual; and "Banned Books, Florida Stories" on October 10 in Palm Beach, FL. Logos PEN America and partner organizations appear at the bottom.

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The Author Village @theauthorvillage.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

**COVER REVEAL -- ¡Vamos! Let’s Go to School by Raul the Third** Congrats to @raulthethird.bsky.social. The sixth picture book in his Eisner Award Nominated World of ¡Vamos! series, is coming soon. Learn all about the new book and the series here: theauthorvillage.substack.com/p/cover-reve...

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COVER REVEAL -- ¡Vamos! Let’s Go to School by Raul the Third

A New Teen Novel is Coming Soon!

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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

One of my favorite books becomes a graphic novel! And it's perfect Read my full review here: yabooknerd.blogspot.com/2026/10/grap...

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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

If you liked the board game CLUE, read this Christmas thriller about the game's inspiration. Full review here: yabooknerd.blogspot.com/2026/10/chri...

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EveryLibrary @everylibrary.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The library isn't your mommy or daddy. Nobody is forcing you to check out any books. Nobody is forcing you to read any books. If you don't like a book, don't read it. If you don't want your kids reading the book, grow up, be a parent, and choose a different book.

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Children's Bookshelf @pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

“When we lose someone, we are confronting what it is to be a human being”: E. Lockhart on the communal experience of grief, and her new YA novel ‘The Pools’ buff.ly/vM0WTih

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#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Two hours into #DVpit 2026 and we're already seeing some amazing pitches! For anyone new to the event, here is a summary of the rules. For full guidelines go to dvpit.carrd.co

September 30, 2026 8AM-8PM ET
DVPit 2026
* #DVpit (Diverse Voices Pitch) is a Bluesky event for marginalized creators that have been historically underrepresented in publishing to pitch their work to agents & editors.
* Post your pitch on Bluesky on Wednesday, Sept 30, 2026 between 8AM ET - 8PM ET.
* Your pitch must include the #DVpit hashtag (illustrators pitching their art must use #DVArt)
* A like ❤️ from an agent = a query request
* A repost 🔁 from an editor = interest in submission once you've signed with an agent
* A like ❤️ from an editor = editor who takes unagented submissions
* Please do not like or repost a pitch if you are not an agent or an editor. Support other creators by replying to their pitch or quote-reposting their pitches.
go to dvpit.carrd.co for more info

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Preeti Chhibber @runwithskizzers.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Make some good (or bad!!) art with your own brain today just bc you can ❤️

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Katherine Applegate @kaaauthor.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Educator giveaway! ❤️ I'm giving away a class set of 25 copies of @mrschureads.bsky.social's new book, LILY-MAY'S JOYFUL DAY, illustrated by @hollyhatam.bsky.social. Teachers, repost this post and follow John and Holly to enter. I'll pick and notify a random winner tomorrow, 9/29. US only.

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kelly jensen @heykellyjensen.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

That Librarian, Amanda Jones @librarianjones.com, talks about the mental health realities of fighting censorship, influential leaders and literature that have guided her work, and why she believes the pendulum is swinging back in favor of the freedom to read. www.liberatinglit.com/episodes/lib...

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Liberating Lit with Amanda Jones — Liberating Lit

That Librarian Amanda Jones talks about the mental health realities of fighting censorship, influential leaders and literature that have guided her work, and why she believes the pendulum is swinging ...

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Freedom to Read Project @freedomreadproject.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We were thrilled to hear Judy Blume speak at our event last week! Her reminder: Keep speaking out because someone is always hearing it for the first time. The event is over, but the work isn’t. Take action at nobookbans.org. Keep showing up. Keep speaking up. #FreedomToRead #NoBookBans

Judy Blume quote: Let children read whatever they want and then talk about it with them. If parents and kids can talk together, we won't have as much censorship because we won't have as much fear.

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We’re all counting on them following through after the midterms.

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Sourcebooks Library @sbkslibrary.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day on October 12 with a special book giveaway honoring Indigenous stories, history, culture, and changemakers! 📚✨ Enter at woobox.com/zmbxke

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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

If you work with middle grade students or you have a child in middle grade, don't miss this upcoming book from @barbaradeebooks - it's SUPER important and SUPER good! Full review here: yabooknerd.blogspot.com/2026/09/midd...

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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Busy Bear is a favorite at our library 📚

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EveryLibrary @everylibrary.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#library #libraries #read #reading #book #books #librarylove #author #publiclibrary #literature #lit Let’s show that Americans love their libraries! Like, follow, and share!

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George Wallace @mrgeorgewallace.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Roses are red, Violets are blue, Drag queens ain't done shit to you

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Betsy Bird @fuse8.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

"We were hoping to help readers, writers, teachers, librarians and students all connect around the humanizing powers of reading and writing together." A talk with two powerhouse authors/podcasters. #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2026/09/25/d...

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DiCamillo! Yang! Talking! Right Here! It's a Dive Into the StoryKind Podcast with Kate DiCamillo and Kelly Yang - A Fuse #8 Production

"We were hoping to help readers, writers, teachers, librarians and students all connect around the humanizing powers of reading and writing together." A talk with two powerhouse authors/podcasters.

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Cynthia Leitich Smith (Native Books for Young Readers & More) @cynleitichsmith.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

It's the 5th anniversary of Heartdrum, an acclaimed imprint featuring heartfelt, groundbreaking & unexpected books highlighting the present & future of Native peoples & strength of young Indigenous heroes. We've published nearly 50 books with more to come! #KidLit @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social

Celebrating Five Years of Heartdrum: an imprint centering Indigenous stories, authors, and illustrators! Graphic with geometric turquoise design against light yellow. Cover art showing: AN EXPANSE OF BLUE, JUST LIKE GRANDMA, A LETTER FOR BOB, STRONGER THAN, LEGENDARY FRYBREAD DRIVE-IN, REZ BALL, JO JO MAKOONS (BOOK 6), LOOKING FOR SMOKE, HEALER OF THE WATER MONSTER, RAVEN, RISING and WE STILL BELONG.

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Alt National Park Service @altnps.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

A win! A federal judge has ordered the White House to immediately restore the press credentials of CNN, MS NOW, and POLITICO reporters after Trump barred the outlets from the White House. The temporary order lasts 14 days while the lawsuit moves forward.

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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

So many layers and emotions in the new Kristan Higgins book! Four friends come back together after 25 years for a reunion. Set in Vermont. This book will give you ALL the feels! Take a look at my full review: yabooknerd.blogspot.com/2026/09/revi...

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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

woo hoo!!! Can't wait to read it! 🎄

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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

It's time for another addition of What's on My Hold List... I went a little crazy this week with adding books. Currently I have 32 books on hold. Many of them are in transit, so I should get them this week. Take a look at some of those books here: yabooknerd.blogspot.com/2026/09/on-m...

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On My Hold List

I just went a little crazy and added a bunch of books to my library hold list. Some of them are for work, but most of them are for fun At ...

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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

I really liked MAYDAY with Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh - it's on Apple TV. It's a survival story. It's a friendship story. It's a story full of banter. Read my full review: yabooknerd.blogspot.com/2026/09/movi...

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Movie Review: Mayday

A Navy pilot (Ryan Reynolds) is tasked with a secret mission. The dangerous mission leaves in shot down in Russia during the Cold War. He's ...

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Barack Obama @barackobama.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

The right to vote is one of the most fundamental parts of our democracy. Check your voter registration at IWillVote.com and make a plan to vote early or on Election Day on November 3.

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Child's Play (International) @childs-play.co.uk · 16/09/2026

Enjoying books with baby is the perfect way to share time together and bond. A cosy setting and the sound of your voice help baby feel loved and safe, and helps you relax too. More via our bio #screenfree #storytime #earlyliteracy #bookswithusallin #nationalyearofreading2026 @1001criticaldays.com

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Chronicle Books @chroniclebooks.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

It's Hispanic Heritage Month!📚✨ View our roundup of books from some of our amazing creators🩵

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Karen Czap @charmgardens.com · 15/09/2026

Happy Baby-Sitters On Board day to all - congrats @goraina.bsky.social & @galegalligan.bsky.social !!

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Ms. Yingling @msyingling.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Get ready for @lindsayncurrie.bsky.social Sourcebooks THE SECRET BOOKSTORE SLEUTH SOCIETY, out tomorrow! msyinglingreads.blogspot.com/2026/09/mmgm...

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Josh Funk @joshfunkbooks.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Announcing ... the DINO DOOR Activity Kit! Available to download and print at joshfunkbooks.com/st.... THE DINO DOOR by Renee Kurilla and me is available now! #kidlit #booksky #edusky #skybrarian Simon Kids @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

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The Author Village @theauthorvillage.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

** Nawal Qarooni -- On Making Educator Guides ** We have a new post up featuring an interview with educator @nqcliteracy.bsky.social, who talks about the process of making educator guides and the practical ways they can be used in the classroom. theauthorvillage.substack.com/p/nawal-qaro...

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Margaret G @mls0308.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

The notion that somehow not voting is sending a message is simply not true. Don't turn over your right to make your voice heard. Yes. EVERY vote matters. #VoteBlue #Pinks

Not voting is not an act of protest, it is an act of surrender.

VOTE

@humanityinthemess

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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

I have HBO Max - why is the game not popping up? Do I need an additional sports subscription????

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Jennifer Rummel @yabooknerd.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Still a work in progress, but I made a YA Book Romance Trope Database that I add to often. docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

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Tropes in YA Romance created by Jennifer Rummel from YA Book Nerd Blog

A growing database of romance tropes in YA Books

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Marko Silberhand @markosilberhand.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

. AMERICA, now or never ! 🩵 🗳️ 🩵

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Allison Gill @muellershewrote.com · 13/09/2026

We’re on a path to lose the Senate but win the House. Let’s make sure we win both. We can’t move forward with the plan to expand the supreme court if we don’t win the senate.

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Jen @popgoesthereader.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

🕷 85 Scary (And Not-So-Scary) 2026 Young Adult Books To Get Readers In The Halloween Spirit 🕷 popgoesthereader.com/85-scary-and... #BookSky #KidLit #YALit

A collage of twenty-one young adult books being published in 2026. Books featured include Such A Lucky Girl by Wendy Heard, Lost Girls of Hollow Lake by Rebekah Faubion, Until the Last Light Goes Out by Courtney Gould, Night Terror by Vincent Ralph, Funerals Are For The Living by Sami Ellis, Body Count by Codie Crowley, Paint Me Like Your Dead Girls by Cynthia Murphy, If We Survive The Night by Jo Salazar, There Are Ghosts Here by Adrienne Tooley, We Run The Night by Peace Mbengei, Revenge of the Final Girl by Andrea Mosqueda, A Darker Act by Amy Goldsmith, Your Boyfriend Needs An Exorcist by Justine Pucella Winans, The Cove by Claire Rose, They Call Her Regret by Channelle Desamours, Doe by Rebecca Barrow, May The Dead Keep You by Jill Baguchinsky, Black Point by Jacqueline West, That Which Feeds Us by Keala Kendall, Kill Your Darlings by Yuvashri Harish and What Feeds Below by Tatiana Schlote-Bonne.

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Allison Gill @muellershewrote.com · 11/09/2026

Okay everyone. Here’s the YouTube interview with @jimmykimmel.com and @jamestalarico.bsky.social You know what to do. Watch it. Share it. Donate. Bury them. youtu.be/WLDE9LrGpNk?...

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Jimmy Kimmel’s Interview with James Talarico That the FCC Doesn’t Want You To See

YouTube video by Jimmy Kimmel Live

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