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Oct 25, 2021
Open Access Week
A global event now in its 14th year, promoting Open Access as the new default in scholarship and research.openaccessweek.org · Oct 25, 2021 · Published: ~Oct 13, 2021
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Home - Educating for American Democracy
Our constitutional democracy is in peril. After years of polarization, the United States is highly divided, and there is widespread loss of confidence in our...educatingforamericandemocracy.org · Oct 25, 2021 · Published: Oct 7, 2021
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Oct 24, 2021
Portraits of American History for Middle Grade and YA Readers
by SLJ ReviewsA biography of Lewis Hine, whose photos were vital to changing child labor laws, and a collection of Depression-era photography show how photos have long...slj.com · Oct 24, 2021
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LJ ’s State of Academic Libraries Survey Reveals Challenges, Priorities
by Amy ReaLibrary Journal ’s survey on The State of Academic Libraries, fielded by LJ and ProQuest in May through July, sought to examine how college and...libraryjournal.com · Oct 24, 2021 · Published: ~Oct 20, 2021
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Body Horror: Squirmy Scares | Reader’s Shelf
by Jeremiah PaddockBody horror has been a staple of the horror genre starting as far back as Mary Shelley’s ‘Frankenstein.’ The fear of damage to one’s body and the...libraryjournal.com · Oct 24, 2021 · Published: ~Oct 18, 2021
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Royal Society of Chemistry at the Frankfurter Buchmesse 2021
Here to give every mind in the chemical sciences the resources, connections and inspiration to shape the future of chemistry and our world.catalog.services.book-fair.com · Oct 24, 2021 · Published: ~Oct 18, 2021
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Hailey Piper on Combining Romance and Horror | Behind the Book
by Hailey PiperHailey Piper discusses the intersection of romance and horror, her literary and film influences, and her first novel, ‘Queen of Teeth.’.libraryjournal.com · Oct 24, 2021 · Published: ~Oct 15, 2021
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Oct 23, 2021
Your Basic Witch Reading List | 17 Titles To Read and Share
by Emma CarboneWith The Book of Magic, Alice Hoffman's sequel to Practical Magic, coming out in October, now is the perfect time to round up some witchy fiction to get...libraryjournal.com · Oct 23, 2021
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A Q&A with Susan H. Kamei about "When Can We Go Back to America?: Voices of Japanese American Incarceration during WWII"
by Kristyn DorfmanAuthor Susan H. Kamei answers questions about her book.slj.com · Oct 23, 2021
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Read-Alikes for ‘The Judge’s List’ by John Grisham | LibraryReads
by Portia Kapraun, Paul Lane, and Annice SevettLibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read ‘The Judge’s List’ by John Grisham.libraryjournal.com · Oct 23, 2021 · Published: ~Oct 21, 2021
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NCTE Annual Convention 2021
Join thousands of educators, experts, authors, administrators, and others November 18-21, 2021, for the 2021 NCTE Annual Convention.convention.ncte.org · Oct 23, 2021 · Published: ~Oct 20, 2021
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Oct 22, 2021
LibraryCon Live! 2021
Join Library Journal and School Library Journal on November 10 for our fifth annual LibraryCon Live! We're excited to present a day-long celebration of...libraryjournal.com · Oct 22, 2021 · Published: ~Oct 20, 2021
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28 Picture Books That Celebrate #BlackJoy | Summer Reading 2021
by SLJ ReviewsThese picture books, with their exuberant illustrations and positive prose, offer portraits of Black joy, within and beyond the African diaspora.slj.com · Oct 22, 2021
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Fashion Forward: 28 Titles To Build Stylish Collections
by Lindsay KingFashion books may appear to appeal exclusively to fashionistas, dress historians, or aspiring designers, but titles about why we wear what we do and when are...libraryjournal.com · Oct 22, 2021
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Lindsey Drager Wins 2021 Annual Bard Fiction Prize | Book Pulse
by Anita MechlerLindsey Drager wins the 2021 Annual Bard Fiction Prize for The Archive of Alternate Endings. Michelle Good wins the 2021 Forest of Reading Evergreen Award...libraryjournal.com · Oct 22, 2021
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Award-Winning Illustrator Jerry Pinkney Remembered for His Kindness, Legacy of Work
by Kara YorioFriends and colleagues remember Caldecott-winning illustrator Jerry Pinkney, who died of a heart attack at age 81.slj.com · Oct 22, 2021
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SLJ Summit 2021
Join us Thursday, October 28 for SLJ Summit: In Community. Beyond geography, community can mean a lot of things. We all work and live in the context of...slj.com · Oct 22, 2021 · Published: ~Oct 14, 2021
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Oct 21, 2021
Spotlight: Jennifer Egan’s The Candy House, Apr. 2022, Pt. 4 | Prepub Alert
by Barbara HoffertNew fiction from the Pulitzer Prize winner.libraryjournal.com · Oct 21, 2021
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Renovations at MIT and Yale, Brooklyn's First New Branch in 40 Years, and More Library Construction News | Branching Out
by Lisa PeetA re-envisioned Hayden Library and courtyard at MIT, fresh film archives at Yale, Brooklyn PL unveils its first new branch in 40 years, Columbus Metropolitan...libraryjournal.com · Oct 21, 2021
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The 2021 Cundill History Prize Finalists Are Announced | Book Pulse
by Anita MechlerThe 2021 Cundill History Prize Finalists are announced. State of Terror by Louise Penny and Hillary Rodham Clinton, To Rescue the Republic by Bret Baier with...libraryjournal.com · Oct 21, 2021
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Award-Winning Illustrator Jerry Pinkney Remembered for His Kindness, Legacy of Work
by Kara YorioFriends and colleagues remember Caldecott-winning illustrator Jerry Pinkney, who died of a heart attack at age 81.slj.com · Oct 21, 2021
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Explore Franco-American Collections | Franco American Digital Archives
Explore Franco-American Collections Featured Collections - - - - -.francoamericandigitalarchives.org · Oct 21, 2021
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10 Bookish Things to Do Before Baby
Whether you're prepping for a bookish baby or trying to finish off your TBR while you can, here are some things to do before baby arrives.bookriot.com · Oct 21, 2021
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Flecks of Fun: Gorgeous Terrazzo Bookends
These terrific terrazzo bookends will both keep your books in place and become beloved artwork in your home.bookriot.com · Oct 21, 2021
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CreateFSU
Learn more about our services and support, including research consultations, classroom instruction, and infrastructural support.create.fsu.edu · Oct 21, 2021 · Published: ~Oct 19, 2021
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Oct 20, 2021
Long on Kid Appeal, Browsable Nonfiction Continues to Trend
by Melissa StewartLavishly illustrated, with appealing design, browsable nonfiction has revolutionized children’s books by giving young fact lovers a fresh, engaging way to...slj.com · Oct 20, 2021
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Making the Most of Fall
by Melanie KletterThe weather is getting crisper, pumpkins are out, and leaves are turning beautiful colors. Autumn is here, and it's a great time to indulge in some fun fall...libraryjournal.com · Oct 20, 2021
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Brooklyn Public Library Literary Prize Shortlist is Announced | Book Pulse
by Kate MerleneThe Brooklyn Public Library Literary Prize announces its shortlist, including honorees Kaitlyn Greenidge, Raven Leilani, Mia Birdsong, and more. The 2022...libraryjournal.com · Oct 20, 2021
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Documentary Chronicles Diversity in Children
Tell Me Another Story, fromThe Ezra Jack Keats Foundation in collaboration with the Office Performing Arts Film, highlights past and present creators whose...slj.com · Oct 20, 2021
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Shelley-Godwin Archive
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, William Godwin, and Mary Wollstonecraft, bringing together online for the first time ever the widely dispersed handwritten...shelleygodwinarchive.org · Oct 20, 2021
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A Bookish Coastal U.S. Road Trip: I-95
Bangor to Key West. 13 states. Buckle up, because we've got cemeteries, old buildings, libraries, and bookstores to visit on this road trip!bookriot.com · Oct 20, 2021
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15 Of The Best Indian Mythology Books for Children | Book Riot
Read on for the best Indian mythology books for children that offer kids an introduction to India's folklore, religious tales, and more.bookriot.com · Oct 20, 2021
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Craving Fictional Horror To Escape Real Horror
Where do you place the feeling of terror when you can’t do anything about the things scaring you? One way is to turn to fictional horror.bookriot.com · Oct 20, 2021
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A Librarian's Perspective on E-Lending
Library ebooks have become famously important in our pandemic times. A librarian weighs in on why they're not just a COVID thing.bookriot.com · Oct 20, 2021
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Workplace Romances to Make You Swoon
These workplace romances will pull you in with the tension during the 9 to 5 work day and leave you swooning with their after-hours steaminess!bookriot.com · Oct 20, 2021
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Are You Ready For 15 of The Best Royal Romance Books?
Princesses, kings, and queens, there's a variety of romance stories that could happen in these 15 of the best royal romance books.bookriot.com · Oct 20, 2021
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Graphic Novels and Graphic Nonfiction On Issues You Should Care About
From feminism to mental health and current events, these graphic novels and graphic nonfiction books can educate you on things that matter.bookriot.com · Oct 20, 2021
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New Dark Witchy YA Books
So many new books about witches are hitting shelves — everything from nature witches to fantasy witches to dark horror witches!bookriot.com · Oct 20, 2021
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Oct 19, 2021
Silvia Moreno-Garcia's 'Mexican Gothic' Wins the 2021 Aurora Award for Best Fiction | Book Pulse
by Kate MerleneThe 2021 Aurora Awards are announced, with Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia winning the award for best fiction. Antje Rávik Strubel wins the 2021...libraryjournal.com · Oct 19, 2021
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15 Enchanting Witch Books for Kids For Your Halloween | Book Riot
These witch books for kids will keep the young magic fans in your life entertained long past Halloween night.bookriot.com · Oct 19, 2021
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11 Biographies About Comic Book Creators
In some cases, the real lives of comic creators are more complicated and intriguing than the characters they put on the page.bookriot.com · Oct 19, 2021
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7 Things You Might Not Know About ANNE OF GREEN GABLES (1985)
If you’re ready to pull out your copy of Anne of Green Gables, here is a list of seven things you might not know about the adaptation.bookriot.com · Oct 19, 2021
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Fort Worth Public Library Opens Dedicated Youth Branch
by Kara YorioThe Reby Cary Youth Library opened in August with more than 8,000 square feet designed for and dedicated to children.slj.com · Oct 19, 2021 · Published: ~Oct 16, 2021
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Oct 18, 2021
Homepage
Civil Rights in the U.S. Resources on movements for change in the U.S. for K-12 humanities classrooms.edsitement.neh.gov · Oct 18, 2021
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How to Write A Book in 30 Days (Even if You've Never Written Anything)
National Novel Writing Month approaches! If you want to try your hand at writing a novel in a month, here's how to get started.bookriot.com · Oct 18, 2021
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20 of the Best Enemies-to-Lovers Fantasy Books | Book Riot
The line between love and hate does not exist in these enemies-to-lovers fantasy books. Get your searing rage and burning love in one read.bookriot.com · Oct 18, 2021
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Why Is THE BODY KEEPS THE SCORE So Popular Right Now?
How did this nonfiction book from 2014 go on to top bestseller lists in 2021? Why are so many people reading The Body Keeps the Score now?bookriot.com · Oct 18, 2021
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Great New Nonfiction in Translation
Check out these new nonfiction in translation books from around the world, including books by Annie Ernaux, Shiori Ito, and more.bookriot.com · Oct 18, 2021
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Women’s Work, Women’s Words: Feminist Library History
Feminist librarians have fought for recognition through the decades: feminist history and women's library history are intertwined.bookriot.com · Oct 18, 2021