Teen Librarian Toolbox
December 17, 2024 by Betsy Bird
Some books today could easily be called "weird" but you're also going to see a number of titles that upset our conceptions of what a children's book published in America can even be. That might mean the subject matter, the narrative style, the art, or some other aspect is "unconventional".
December 17, 2023 by Betsy Bird
Today's crop of books push envelopes. Try new things. Sometimes they succeed, sometimes they fail, but they are never boring.
March 9, 2023 by Betsy Bird
Many books published around the world never make it to America. And here's a list of titles that DEFINITELY never will, for different reasons.
December 17, 2022 by Betsy Bird
Today, we salute the creators and talents that went into making books that are just a little bit (or, in some cases, a LOT) different. And no, they're not all European (though, to be honest, quite a few are).
January 26, 2022 by Betsy Bird
Today we consider a picture book that will convince you that while the state of the world may go up in flames shortly, at least the state of some contemporary and current picture books is just fine.
January 11, 2022 by Betsy Bird
Myra and the Drawing Drama will be on shelves September 22nd. Look for it then, if you want a picture book that doesn't blend nicely into the background like all the rest. Just make sure your jaw is tightly fastened to your head when you read it and doesn't go rolling under the futon like mine did.
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December 15, 2021 by Betsy Bird
We're almost halfway through our 31 Days, 31 Lists series, and today things are getting weird! Prepare to enjoy some books that upset your expectations in all the best ways.
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