Book Review of the Week: ‘The Year in Colors’

For this installment of our weekly book reviews from Booklist, the American Library Association’s nationally distributed book and media review publication, we have Kirsten Caldwell’s review of “The Year in Colors” by Jana Sedláčková.

Booklist Reader: Back to School

Back-to-school books are a must on every family’s seasonal reading list. In this batch recommended by Booklist, kids will find comfort in the relatable—and sometimes hysterical—stories about making friends, embracing individuality, and overcoming the various challenges that come along with a new environment.

Remembering Dolly Parton

The world is heartbroken at the passing of legendary country music superstar, cultural icon, and literacy champion Dolly Parton, who died August 25 at age 80. Parton’s award-winning Imagination Library initiative has put hundreds of millions of free books into the hands of children across America and was considered by her to be one of her greatest achievements.

Book Review of the Week: ‘Claude’

For this installment of our weekly book reviews from Booklist, the American Library Association’s nationally distributed book and media review publication, we have Connie Fletcher’s review of “Claude” by Phyllis Harris.

The Pulitzer Prizes: Coming to a Library Near You

The American Library Association and The Pulitzer Prizes have announced the 20 libraries selected to host “Pulitzer On The Road: Prize-Winning Works that Inform, Empower & Inspire,” a six-week traveling exhibition that includes appearances by Pulitzer Prize winners, vividly designed panels, immersive interactive stations, and compelling storytelling.

Booklist Reader: Summer Vacation

The sun is still high in the sky, the days are still long, the pools are still open! Even though school supplies are lining the shopping aisles, there is still time to soak up the last lazy days of summer vacation like the characters in these recent audiobooks for youth recommended by Booklist, ALA’s book review magazine.

Book Review of the Week: “Wither”

For this installment of our weekly book reviews from Booklist, the American Library Association’s nationally distributed book and media review publication, we have Carrie Rasak’s review of “Wither” by Dan Warner.