School librarians Amanda Jones and Martha Hickson, EveryLibrary executive director John Chrastka, and PEN America's Kasey Meehan are among the experts offering practical takeaways during the three-session virtual town hall.

Join bloggers Steven Engelfried and Emily Mroczek-Bayci for a conversation of Newbery contenders and a vote for the "Heavy Medal" winner.

Take a look back at the SLJ Summit in November with pictures of speakers and attendees.

Because of Florida legislators who support the “Don’t Say Gay” law and book banning, some school librarians objected to the location. AASL president Kathy Lester says having the conference there means standing with local librarians.

Betsy Bird reflects on the international publishing market via the Bologna Children's Book Fair. 

In response to the growing need to defend kids’ right to read, librarians are turning to SLJ’s reviews for guidance on grade levels and appropriateness. Get a sneak peek at how we address those topics, and more, at our February 1 editorial webcast.

Panelists offered their personal stories, resources, and advice during the SLJ Summit session on book challenges.

With misinformation posing "a threat to our democracy,” panelists lobbied for news literacy to be “embedded in the American education system” and suggested lessons. 

From creating SEL book displays to leading nature outings that help heal historical trauma, SLJ Summit panelists described ways they support students.