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Books for Kids Ideal for Black History Month (updated 1/2026)
Celebrate Black achievement, innovation, and history during Black History Month! Our collection of picture books bring alive the stories... Read More
THE PRESIDENT IS SICK. LET’S COVER IT UP.
This essay was originally published by School Library Journal’s Teen Librarian Toolbox blog. Rumors circulated that the president was suffering from a serious medical condition. The White House claimed that he was perfectly fine and any reports to the contrary were partisan attacks. After a well-sourced newspaper article pointed to a cover-up, the president’s allies... Read More
Celebrate ABFYR’s Stars of 2025 and Get Ready for 2026!
2025 was an ASTRA-nomical year for Astra Books for Young Readers – and 2026 promises to have the same shine! These “starred review” books 2025 and early 2026 titles received glowing reviews. So many of our titles received award nods in 2025 as well. Here’s to celebrating our star-studded and highly awarded reads. ★ “MacGregor... Read More