Emily Mroczek-Bayci

Mystery? Sci-fi? Getting books in the right categories makes genrefying worth it and helps kids find what they want.   

SLJ's "Heavy Medal" bloggers are still putting Freewater's unexpected Newbery win into context, as they examine 10 past winners that made an impact.

Librarians call for more funny, fast-paced YA for teens who've outgrown the "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" stage.

The Newbery Medal is as popular—and controversial—as ever. Here's what librarians have to say about it.