I have built reading nooks in three different homes over the past decade, and the difference between a nook that gets used daily and one that collects dust always comes down to a few specific design choices. Learning how to build a home reading nook that encourages reading means thinking beyond just tossing a chair … Read more
Every spring, schools across the country pause to recognize the spaces where curiosity begins: the library. National Library Week, running April 19-25 in 2026, is an annual celebration highlighting the role libraries and library professionals play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. The 2026 theme, “Find Your Joy,” is led by honorary chair Mychal Threets, … Read more
If you’ve ever picked up a book with a shiny sticker on the cover and wondered whether that small badge actually matters, you’re not alone. Book award seals are everywhere, from library shelves to bestseller displays, and they shape how readers, booksellers, and librarians decide which titles deserve their time and money. I’ve spent the … Read more
Middle grade vs young adult is a question I hear constantly from parents picking books, teachers building classroom libraries, and writers trying to place their manuscripts. The two categories sit side by side on bookstore shelves, yet they target very different readers with distinct writing styles, content rules, and emotional stakes. In our team conversations … Read more