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Crafting a New Hobby
By the LJ and SLJ editors
It's good to have hobbies, even when we aren't in a pandemic. Hobbies help our mental health by reducing stress and anxiety, experts say. As we all deal with the ongoing stress and uncertainty caused by the pandemic, it is essential to find ways to relax and unwind. From making cheese to birdwatching to paper crafts, we offer a range of ideas.

Staying connected with ourselves and each other is essential, especially now that the school year has begun, and we may find we have less time to devote to self-care. We keep you up-to-date on virtual book events you may have missed and help you get started with cooking plant-based meals for busy weeknights.

Try Out a Cool New Hobby
By Melanie Kletter
As we continue to spend more time at home, you may be starting to get weary of the activities that once kept you entertained. But there are plenty of interesting hobbies out there and maybe now is the time to pursue a new pastime.

Plant Power: 32 Cookbooks for Meatless Meals
By Gricel Dominguez & Stephanie Sendaula
Whether embarking on a new lifestyle, looking to reduce animal consumption, or aiming for a more sustainable diet, there are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to experimenting with vegan and vegetarian recipes.

Buzz-worthy Books of the Week

17 Middle Grade and YA Books That Spotlight #BlackJoy
By Desiree Thomas
These titles for middle and high school readers celebrate joy in the lives of Black teens and tweens. The characters in these stories laugh honestly, love fiercely, and exist wholly.

Virtual Book Events To Keep You and Your Patrons Connected
By Mahnaz Dar
Shutdowns due to COVID-19 continue, and though in-person events are few and far between, virtual book talks, author interviews, and other book-related activities, from cooking demonstrations to book clubs, abound.
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Romance Author Virginia Kantra on Why Your Story Matters
By Annalisa Pešek
Love was in the air the weekend of August 28-30 as Virginia Kantra kicked off the first virtual Romance Writers of America (RWA) conference, with a speech of wisdom and encouragement.

Remembering 'The Babysitter's Club
By Mahnaz Dar
Years later, "The Babysitter's Club" still resonates with readers, millennials, and newcomers alike. Members of the SLJ and Horn Book team fondly look back on these books, which made us the readers we are today.

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