Middle grade books are generally geared towards ages eight to twelve, but there’s plenty for adults to engage with, too, whether you’re stocking a school library or choosing something to read with your kids. We’ve chosen eight... Read More

A picture is worth a thousand words, so they say, which must make every graphic novel longer than a Tolstoy novel. But the purpose of these pictures is to convey a depth in appearance. Graphic novels can translate facial expression,... Read More

University presses are the intellectual vanguard of publishing. Their aims can never be solely commercial or corporate. They operate under different parameters than other publishing houses as both stewards of intellectual and artistic... Read More

If wildly creative designs and an endless number of alluring topics hold any appeal to the coloring public, we can comfortably assume most of those millions of adult colorers in this country won’t be giving up their crayons and pencils... Read More

Crafting trends come and go, but crafters of all skill levels and genres enjoy books that make their crafting life easier, inspire them to raise the bar on their own craft, and make them laugh or think, or both. This collection of new... Read More

When “diversity” becomes a political catchword, it’s easy to lose sight of whose stories matter and why. As a literary genre, the memoir is an exceptionally powerful tool for presenting new points of view and perspectives, and for... Read More

Though climate change is a real concern, some choose to ignore the evidence and scientific consensus. But these six books featured in our Summer 2016 issue show that it is a very clear and present danger. Engaging and comprehensible, these... Read More

It’s old news by now that readers of all ages are unabashedly enjoying books aimed at young adults. Arguments can be made over whether this means more adults are reading or more adults just can’t relate to books aimed at adults.... Read More