Hi Kid Lit Friends,
A week and a half ago, I had a chance to see an advance screening of Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret. I loved it and thought the movie was so well done. Wonderfully cast and with beautiful filming and music, I definitely recommend it! If you want more Judy Blume in your life (who doesn’t?), check out the wonderful documentary Judy Blume Forever on Amazon Prime. If you’ve had a chance to see it, what did you think?
Bookish Goods
Children’s Bookshelf by TukuTuk
This wonderful child-friendly bookshelf has traditional book storage as well as a place to put books so they are front facing. You can also personalize it with someone’s name! $209.39+
New Releases
We Are Starlings by Robert Furrow and Donna Jo Napoli, illustrated by Marc Martin
This book is incredibly beautiful! Filled with stunning illustrations, the story explores the incredible phenomenon known as murmurations where up to a million starlings fly together as one flock. I found the book both interesting and visually delightful.
Indigenous Ingenuity by Deidre Havrelock and Edward Kay
Indigenous inventors are responsible for so many scientific discoveries and technological inventions, from disinfectant to chocolate and forest fire management. Learn more about how many of the things and practices of our daily lives are due to traditional North American Indigenous innovation.
For a more comprehensive list, check out our New Books newsletter.
Riot Recommendations
There are so many new graphic novels out!
Doodles from the Boogie Down by Stephanie Rodriguez
Steph is an 8th grader in New York City, and that means applying to high schools. Her mom doesn’t want Steph to apply to any public high schools, but Steph hears about an art school and decides to apply without her mom’s knowledge. With the help of her art teacher, she explores museums around the city and builds her portfolio — all without her mom knowing. Can she convince her mom that art school is a good idea?
Meesh the Bad Demon by Michelle Lam
Twelve-year-old Meesh is not a very good demon. She is way too empathetic and interested in the fairy realm and princesses. But when demons are threatened, Meesh has to travel to the fairy realm to get help, discovering more about herself along the way.
The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich by Deya Muniz
Lady Camembert is not the marrying type. So she makes a deal with her father that involves her becoming Count Camembert and living a quiet life out of the public eye when he passes away. But living a lonely life is not as easy as it seems, especially when Count Camembert meets Princess Brie and the count’s most closely guarded secret is suddenly at risk of being revealed. *Publisher recommends this book for ages 12+
Lo and Behold by Wendy Mass, illustrations by Gabi Mendez
After tragedy upends her family, Addie and her dad start a new life across the country. She ends up befriending Mateo and they join forces in an exciting project that involves a virtual reality headset. As Addie’s world expands, can she gain the strength to face her biggest fears?
What are you reading these days?
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One of my favorite cafés, Bibble and Sip in New York City, was hosting a giveaway in conjunction with the Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret film launch. I scored an awesome tote!
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Happy reading!
Karina
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