These illustrated works, including a board book, early reader, and two picture books, are heartwarming picks that are sure to be hits beyond Valentine’s Day.

Lunar New Year is February 17. Here are some titles to share with young readers, including a new chapter book from Grace Lin.

We Need Diverse Book aims to fight book banning and better literacy with a new initiative; Library of Congressi s accepting applications for Literacy Awards; NCTE to host African American Read-in with Mychal Threets; and more.

Carolina Ixta's sophomore novel, Few Blue Skies, publishes in February 2026. Here, the author reflects on the idea for this ambitious novel, blurring the lines between fiction and nonfiction, and comparing the work to her award-winning debut.

We’re on the precipice of great change—the technology is here, and people are using it—so we need to confront it head-on.

Glitter Everywhere! by Chris Barton mentions LGBTQIA+ people on one page, which the district said violated the state’s anti-DEI law; Iowa book ban bill back in federal courts; and more.

As ICE raids continue in the Twin Cities, school librarians are stepping up for students, staff, and their communities.

A growing number of young people are using artificial intelligence chatbots as companions or therapists.

Share these selections from Hena Khan, Saadia Faruqi, Huda Fahmy, and more in January and all year long.