David A. Robertson (he/him/his) is an award-winning author of more than 25 books including Governor General's Literary Award winners On the Trapline and When We Were Alone, as well as the popular middle-grade series The Misewa Saga. David's latest title, The Kodiaks: Home Ice Advantage released on April 9, 2024. He is also the writer and host of ...continue reading "“Their ability to see themselves in literature is empowering…” – An Author Interview with David A. Robertson" The post “Their ability to see themselves in literature is empowering…” – An Author Interview with David A ..read more

Tasha's Voice is a new Picture Book releasing on 04/09/2024 from the Yosemite Conservancy This new titles is authored by Carmen Bogan and jointly illustrated by the late Floyd Cooper and his mentee Daria Peoples. Keep reading below for a wonderful joint interview with Carmen & Daria about their new title which celebrates the great ...continue reading "Tasha’s Voice – An Interview with the Creators" The post Tasha’s Voice – An Interview with the Creators appeared first on Diverse BookFinder ..read more

It's that time of year again; when we're all searching for the best gifts for all our friends and loved ones. Well, we might be a little biased, but here at Diverse BookFinder, we think that books make the very best gifts and if you agree with us, then we've got you covered! We've offered ...continue reading "Diverse BookFinder Winter Gift Guide 2023" The post Diverse BookFinder Winter Gift Guide 2023 appeared first on Diverse BookFinder ..read more

Laurel Goodluck is Mandan, Hidatsa from the prairies of North Dakota, and Tsimshian from the rainforest in Alaska. She now resides in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with her Diné husband, where they raised two children also bent on storytelling in journalism and acting. Belonging to an intertribal family is at the heart of her stories, encouraging ...continue reading "“I want Native children to see themselves in modern stories in their communities…” – An Author Interview with Laurel Goodluck" The post “I want Native children to see themselves in modern stories in their communities…” – An Author Inte ..read more

Author’s Biography: Katiana Bagué (she/her/ella) is the Exhibits Associate for the University of Florida (UF) George A. Smathers Libraries. She has worked at the UF Libraries since 2016. She started as a student assistant at the Latin American and Caribbean Collection and has held other titles within the libraries, such as Bilingual Outreach Assistant for ...continue reading "Sweet Savory Stories: Exploring Positive Food Relationships in Picture Books" The post Sweet Savory Stories: Exploring Positive Food Relationships in Picture Books appeared first on Diverse BookFinder ..read more

Lisely Laboy (she/ella) is the project manager at Diverse BookFinder. Lisely holds a master's degree in Information and Library Sciences from Florida State University and undergraduate degrees from the University of Florida in Sociology and Women’s Studies. She has 10 years of public library experience, including time as a programming librarian for children and teens. ...continue reading "Thrills & Chills: Diverse Horror for Young Adults" The post Thrills & Chills: Diverse Horror for Young Adults appeared first on Diverse BookFinder ..read more

Brittany Kester (she/her) is an Education Librarian at the University of Florida. She is pursuing a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Florida and holds a master's degree in Library and Information Studies from Florida State University. She has 8 years of library experience and has taught university courses in children's literature, ...continue reading "The DBF Travels to the American Association of School Librarians Conference!!" The post The DBF Travels to the American Association of School Librarians Conference!! appeared first on Diverse BookFinder ..read more

Gabrielle Popp (she/her) is a teacher of the blind and visually impaired at Lincoln Park Public Schools. This is her 16th year teaching. Gabrielle holds a masters and educational specialist degree in special education leadership. She is passionate about bringing equity and access to blind and visually impaired students. A few years ago, I was ...continue reading "Opening New Worlds: Enhancing Accessibility in Picture Books for Blind and Visually Impaired Children" The post Opening New Worlds: Enhancing Accessibility in Picture Books for Blind and Visually Impaired Children appeared first on Di ..read more

Brittany Kester (she/her) is an Education Librarian at the University of Florida. She is pursuing a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Florida and holds a master's degree in Library and Information Studies from Florida State University. She has 8 years of library experience and has taught university courses in children's literature, ...continue reading "It’s Coding Week! Explore Coding with Diverse Characters!" The post It’s Coding Week! Explore Coding with Diverse Characters! appeared first on Diverse BookFinder ..read more

Dr. Krista Aronson is a co-founder and the Director of the Diverse BookFinder. She is a professor of psychology and Associate Dean of Faculty at Bates College in Maine. I am a citizen of the African diaspora. My Black ancestors came to the United States involuntarily as enslaved people several generations ago. Their unrecorded history ...continue reading "Celebrating the Black Diaspora in Children’s Books" The post Celebrating the Black Diaspora in Children’s Books appeared first on Diverse BookFinder ..read more