The dystopian title from Neal Shusterman can be taught in high school English classes; a Stephen King novel is the latest book banned in Utah; and bills that will impact libraries move in state houses across the country.

Cat & Cat Adventures: The Lair of the Owl King by Susie Yi leads holds this week. Also in demand are titles by Kevin Henkes, Becky Kennedy, Adeline Kon, and B.B. Alston. People features 10 books by Muslim authors to read for Ramadan. “Teen Librarian Toolbox” interviews Janice Milusich about her Schneider Family Book Award.

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