SLJ Reviews

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.

These web-exclusive reviews feature books from longtime favorites, award winners, and debut creators.

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

From Supreme Court justice to spies, magicians, and astronauts, these inspiring women have left an indelible mark on history.

In this Q&A series, SLJ poses five questions and a request for a book recommendation to a debut YA author. Susie Nadler discusses Lies We Tell About the Stars in this latest installment.

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

This month's roundup includes audiobook adaptations of Katherine Rundell's The Poisoned King and Sophie Blackall's Hello Lighthouse.

From sports fiction to dark academia, these novels written for striving readers will appeal to teens with a variety of interests.

In this Q&A series, SLJ poses five questions and a request for a book recommendation to a debut YA author. Shannon J. Spann discusses A Stage Set for Villains in this latest installment.