The Girl Who Drank the Moon (Newbery Medal Winner)

New middle grade fantasy book The Girl Who Drank the Moon is pure magic—and not just because of its witchy plot. The Witch’s Boy author Kelly Barnhill weaves together poetic prose—along with a few actual poems—well-developed characters, a perfectly escalating plot, and a beautiful message to create the extraordinary tapestry of this nontraditional fairy tale […]

Spring break is just around the corner! For many of us, that means a week-long break with the kids. Whether sitting poolside, enjoying a stay-cation, or taking an extended road trip, there is bound to be time for a little bit (or a lot!) of family bonding. No better way to do that than with […]

Season 7 of Game of Thrones is finally here—and somehow, already nearly halfway over! If you’re like me, and unsure how you’re going to pass the time between Sundays for the next few weeks—never mind the break between the season finale and the start of the next and final season, and double-never mind the agonizing […]

Since 1922, the American Library Association has awarded the Newbery Medal to one title a year in recognition of the contribution to children’s literature of American authors. It is the oldest children’s book award in the world and recipients are amongst esteemed company. Over the past ten years, a diverse selection of books has received […]