We’re thrilled to have six titles on ALA’s 2022 Rainbow Book List for Teen Readers, including two books in the Top Ten!! HANI AND ISHU’S GUIDE TO FAKE DATING by Adiba Jaigirdar9781645672579Ages 14+ When Humaira “Hani” Khan’s friends question her bisexuality because she’s never gone out with a girl, Hani impulsively claims she does have Know More » […]
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2022 Alex Awards
We’re thrilled to share that four Macmillan titles have been selected for this year’s Alex Awards! The Alex Awards are given to ten books written for adults that have special appeal to young adults, ages 12 through 18. THE LIBRARY OF THE DEAD by T.L. Huchu “Huchu writes with a refreshing voice, crafting an intimate Know More » […]
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ALMA/ALA Annual 2021 Book Buzz Recap
In case you missed the LGBTQIA+ titles we presented at today’s ALMA/ALA Annual 2021 Book Buzz, here’s what all the excitement was about! TELL ME HOW TO BE by Neel Patel | 9781250184979 | 12/7/21THE DAYS OF AFREKETE by Asali Solomon | 9780374140052 | 10/19/21YERBA BUENA by Nina LaCour | 9781250810465 | 2/8/22START WITHOUT ME: Know More » […]
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SHE WOULD BE KING is SJP’s New Book Club Central Pick!
FANTASTIC NEWS! Wayétu Moore’s SHE WOULD BE KING is Sarah Jessica Parker’s next Book Club Central Pick! The #1 September 2018 Indie Next pick! One of Library Journal’s Best Fall 2018 Debuts! One of Publishers Weekly’s Most Anticipated Fall 2018 Debuts! A BookExpo 2018 Editor’s Buzz Book! Named a Most Anticipated Book of Fall 2018 Know More » […]
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Read, Reflect & Discuss
“After a contentious campaign season filled with divisive rhetoric, we are now hearing from our members and in the news media about incidents of bigotry and harassment within our communities. During times like these, our nation’s 120,000 public, academic, school, and special libraries are invaluable allies inspiring understanding and community healing. Libraries provide a safe Know More » […]
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Banned Books Week 2016
Happy Banned Books Week, lovely librarians! This is the week (Sept 25 – Oct. 1) to re-read and recommend all your favorite banned and challenged books. This year’s theme is diversity and the lovely folks at BBW have put together a list of frequently challenged books with diverse content, as well as resources for librarians Know More » […]
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Macmillan Library @ ALA Midwinter 2013 (booth 2435)
The ALA Midwinter Meeting is coming up! Please visit us in the booth (#2435) and join us for all of our exciting events.
Book Battle III in the Book Buzz Theater
Saturday, January 26th
1:00pm-2:00pm
Washington State Convention Center | Room 608-609
Talia Sherer and Chris Vaccari return as misfit library marketers in the third episode of their highly acclaimed Book Battle series... Come hear them sound off about forthcoming titles from Macmillan (HUZZAH!) and Sterling (BOO!).
AAP's Library Family Feud!
Sunday, January 27th
3:00pm to 4:00pm
Washington State Convention Center | TCC LL4-5
Over the past few months over 100 librarians filled out a top secret trivia questionnaire. Now five Adult Services Librarians will go head-to-head with five popular authors to see who's quickest on the draw to guess the most common responses. This will be a battle for the ages. Ask yourself one question, are you bookish enough?
AAP / Library Journal Annual BookTalk Breakfast
Monday, January 28th
8:30am to 10:00am
Washington State Convention Center | TCC 301
Co-hosted by the Association of American Publishers Trade Libraries Committee and Library Journal each year, this annual breakfast will feature several authors including Ben Schrank (LOVE IS A CANOE). RSVP required.
Gala Author Tea
Monday, January 28th
2:00pm to 4:00pm
Grand Hyatt Seattle | Leonesa Ballroom
Join United for Libraries for this traditional and popular event. Enjoy a light repast of finger sandwiches and tea as several best-selling authors, including Amanda Hocking, discuss their writing. Author signings follow and most books will be given away for free!
Advance purchase tickets are $49 each ($45 for United for Libraries members). On-site tickets are $55 each while seats are available.
YALSA offers some great advice about walking the exhibit hall like a pro; take a look!
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Awards from ALA Midwinter!
Great Graphic Novels for Teens
Trotsky
Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451
Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers
The Chosen One
Best Books for Young Adults
The Chosen One
Alex Award
The Good Soldiers
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