Reading Books by Diverse Authors Helps Readers Develop EmpathyAs a school librarian, I believe in using books to teach empathy to children and teens. Reading about perspectives that are outside of...
Thrills of the 2018 Printz CommitteeI am beyond thrilled to be a part of the 2018 Printz Award for Excellence in Young Adult literature. The announcement today heralded the...
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Children's and Teen LiteratureYoung people deserve to see themselves in diverse literature, my favorite authors have visited my current school as part of the Diversity Gu
TEN FIERCELY FABULOUS FEMALE HEROINESMy blog post on Nerdy Book Club has a list of inspiring female heroines to read about in every genre–historical fiction, realistic,...