Prom Corsage, opens a new window by Jim, the Photographer, opens a new window / CC BY 2.0 DEED, opens a new window / Cropped from original Limos, corsages and slow dances galore! It’s prom season, which means matching dresses, tuxedos and smiling for photos. However, for some teens, prom can be a journey of fun and even self-discovery. In celebration of this fanfare-filled season, let’s take a look at some of the most prom-themed titles. How do I loathe prom? Let me count the ways. In the romantic comedy 10 Things I Hate About Prom, Ivelisse and Joaquin are more than next-door neighbors - they ..read more

Positive Joyful Celebrating, opens a new window by Sewupari Studio, opens a new window / Pixabay license, opens a new window To foster a culturally inclusive and diverse world, I'm grateful that so many children's picture books have more and more diverse characters and concepts. Now, for instance, there are many story books portraying young girls admiring older sisters or mothers and other women in their lives wearing hijabs. These books not only help normalize and celebrate the common cultural practice of wearing a head covering, but also help introduce its meaning in Muslim faith. Hana's Hun ..read more

Workplace Stress, opens a new window by Ciphr, opens a new window / CC BY 2.0 DEED, opens a new window / Cropped and re-sized You've most likely heard the term, "midlife crisis," but did you know there's a "quarter-life crisis" as well? Quarter-life crisis describes a period in a person's life where they struggle with transitioning into the increased challenges and responsibilities of adulthood, usually happening in their 20s or 30s. It wasn't until recently that I learned such thing as a quarter-life crisis even exists because it's rarely talked about. As someone who recently turned 23, I am ..read more

Positive Joyful Celebrating, opens a new window by Sewupari Studio, opens a new window / Pixabay license, opens a new windowTo foster a culturally inclusive and diverse world, I'm grateful that so many children's picture books have more and more diverse characters and concepts. Now, for instance, there are many story books portraying young girls admiring older sisters or mothers and other women in their lives wearing hijabs. These books not only help normalize and celebrate the common cultural practice of wearing a head covering, but also help introduce its meaning in Muslim faith. Hana's Hund ..read more

Batman, opens a new window by Aimeeis, opens a new window / CC BY-NC-SA 2.0, opens a new window / cropped from original You can be a Batman fan at any age! I first learned about Batman from a TV show. But did you know that Batman has been around for 85 years? Batman was introduced to the world in 1939 in Detective Comics. In the past 85 years, we've seen all kinds of comics, movies, TV shows and books for all ages. Lots of people wish they could be Batman. He's the rare superhero who is made, not born. Bruce Wayne's ability to buy the best technology and train with the best turned him into the ..read more

Cowboy, opens a new window by Juandec, opens a new window / CC BY 2.0 DEED, opens a new window / Cropped from original On March 29, Grammy-winning musical powerhouse Beyoncé released her eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter. A concept album, it was met with widespread acclaim and ignited discussions on Black musicians' place in the prejudiced world of country music. In this intricate and beautifully crafted album, Beyoncé looks to explore her country roots and inspires others to uncover theirs. Let's take a look at some Black country-themed books that'll be sure to take you on a historical journ ..read more

Stipula fountain pen, opens a new window by Antonio Litterio / CC BY-SA 3.0, opens a new window / cropped There are some passages from literature that make such an impact on us as readers that we feel an urge to quote them to others. The classic quotations below include some of the most well-known examples in literature, as well as a few that are somewhat lesser known. Do you have what it takes to guess which book they came from? Good luck! “It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.” Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice ..read more

pink tulips and purple iris in a blue mason jar next to kitchen utensils and parsley in a bowl and towels on a counter in a kitchen, opens a new window by ProFlowers / CC BY 2.0 DEED, opens a new window / Cropped from original Each May, Food Allergy Awareness Month provides an opportunity to promote awareness of food allergies and anaphylaxis. It is also a chance for individuals and families living with food allergies to celebrate their strength and inspire each other. Check out these books if you are looking for connection, to refresh your education or just for a new allergen-free recipe. Whe ..read more

Nnendi Okorafor attending Necronomicon 2017., opens a new window by Bryan Alexander, opens a new window / CC BY 2.0 DEED, opens a new window / Cropped from original For some readers, they seek books that will not only spark their interest but take them to worlds far beyond their own. No author knows this more than the critically acclaimed writer Nnedi Okorafor. For over a decade, this Nigerian-American writer has captured the imaginations of both children and young adults with her page-turning works that blend Afrofuturism and Afrojujuism. In celebration of her 50th birthday on April 8, we're ..read more

Armory Invitational Track and Field, opens a new window by Steven Pisano, opens a new window / CC BY 2.0 DEED, opens a new window / Cropped from original Run, run, run! A little sweat never hurt anyone! The weather is heating up so grab your sweats, gulp down your favorite sports drink, and get sporty with these fun titles.  For Shouta Kikuzato, life has taken quite a turn. A terrible accident cost him not only his right leg but also his dreams of starting on the school soccer team. In the cool manga Run on Your New Legs, Shouta crosses paths with Chidori, a local prosthetist who not only ..read more