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How Do You Organize Your Bookshelves?
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How Do You Organize Your Bookshelves?

by Claire Wood

There are many, varied methods of organizing home libraries: decorative and colorful, aided by a digital system, bins for easy access by young readers, or cataloged by author, alphabet, or call number. What is your favorite way to organize and display your book collection? What does your preferred style say about you? […]

J. Elle: Black Child, You Are Magic
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J. Elle: Black Child, You Are Magic

by Karen Pavlicin

Debut author J. Elle is rewriting the way Black kids see themselves and their communities. Drawing on her experiences as an inner-city kid, teacher, and military spouse, the prolific Black writer builds fantastical worlds with a sense of home. She hopes her stories help kids feel more seen, more capable, and more aware of their own magic. […]

How Green Is Your Book?
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How Green Is Your Book?

by Karla Olson

Readers who want to minimize the environmental footprint of their personal libraries can learn to identify sustainable products from environmentally-responsible publishers and booksellers. As more readers seek out eco-friendly options, companies are motivated to shift toward greater sustainability. […]