Public Libraries

To illustrate dedicated coverage about censorship in school libraries, Doug Chayka created this striking image for SLJ's February 2022 issue.

Illustrator John S. Dykes festooned our January 2022 cover with visual references to some iconic moments marking the centenary of the Newbery Medal. Book nerd bragging rights if you can ID the notable people and events pictured.

It’s a constant, Best Books, an annual ritual that nevertheless inspires us anew, lending a welcome element of anticipation, delight, and discovery at year’s end.

As climate learning shifts to climate action, libraries are uniquely positioned to participate in a big way.

Writing in library books is typically against the rules, but many public libraries are stocking their collections with test prep workbooks and other materials designed to be written in.

What is the best way to organize picture books for the youngest readers with specific interests?

Book honors, they’re coming. The 2022 titles longlisted for the National Book Award help kick things off and mock Newbery deliberations are in high gear. As for Banned Books Week, the not-a-celebration event drew plenty of announcements, commentary, and ongoing attention from our readers.

A “striking” illustration and a feature well of articles covering an unprecedented national wave of censorship were honored with 2022 Eddie and Ozzie Awards.

The National Book Foundation has longlisted 10 titles for the 2022 National Book Award for Young People’s Literature.