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Comforting Companions
By LJ and SLJ editors
Furry friends have been stalwart companions to so many during the pandemic, providing company and encouraging long walks—not to mention all those couch snuggles. What's not to love? We offer a series of resources to help you get started in finding the right pooch for the entire family.
image Dog Days of Summer
By Elissa Bongiorno
Whether you're a longtime dog owner or are just now considering bringing a pet into your home, there are lots of online resources to help you find, care for, entertain, and even travel with your furry best friend.
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image 8 Picture Books To Help Students Come Back To School
By SLJ Reviews
The start of a new school year can be scary for all students, but especially younger ones. Share these stories to help them laugh, find someone who understands what they’re feeling, and give them tools to help navigate the new year.
image Fall Preview: Titles To Know, Buy, and Suggest
By Jennifer Dayton
Fall sweeps in with 133 books that collection development and readers’ advisory librarians will want to know, read, share, and buy.
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image 26 Engaging, Informative Nonfiction For Middle Graders
By SLJ Reviews
History, science, current events, and social sciences are explored in these highly engaging narrative and expository nonfiction texts for middle grade readers.
image Q&A: Wanda M. Morris on Her Debut, All Her Little Secrets
By Lesa Holstine
Wanda M. Morris talks to LJ about wrapping women’s stories in legal thrillers and how an Atlanta library was instrumental in the creation of her first novel.
image 12 Twisty Chapter Book Mysteries
By SLJ Reviews
For chapter book readers still getting their bearings when it comes to longer books, we've rounded up titles with plenty of suspense to keep them engaged.
image Q&A: Roxane Gay on Her Imprint, Roxane Gay Books
By Leah Huey
Award–winning author and editor Roxane Gay discusses the launch of her new imprint at Grove Atlantic, part of a welcome and necessary change in publishing.
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image 18 YA Novels That Blow the Dust Off History
By SLJ Reviews
These genre-blending works of historical fiction highlight long-held truths and feel as immediate as any contemporary story.
image Q&A: Akemi Dawn Bowman on J-pop and Found Family
By Samantha Lumetta
SLJ spoke with the accomplished author about her musical background, the power of pop music, and the connective possibilities of fandom.
image 16 Titles To Help Young People Make Sense of 9/11
By SLJ Reviews
As the 20th anniversary of September 11 approaches, these titles will help young people understand this devastating event and its ongoing repercussions.

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