The man of many talents sat down with SLJ to talk about taking an audio-only story to a print version, advice for young people who are interested in poetry, and a wish for more whimsy in picture books.

Thomas Jefferson didn’t have people of marginalized communities in mind when he wrote The Declaration of Independence. However, these titles illuminate the contributions of those not often commemorated in history books.

This group of lovely holiday works are wonderful choices for displays, story time, programming, or one-on-one sharing.

The Black Caucus of the American Library Association, Inc. and School Library Journal have revealed the winning titles in the 2026 Children & Youth Literary Awards, which celebrate the diversity of the Black experience.

From astronomers to biologists, these remarkable women pushed against boundaries to make groundbreaking discoveries in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Two picture books by powerhouse creators shed light on the marginalized communities who were integral to the foundation and growth of the United States.