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Published: August 1, 2025
Books of the month:
Books of the month:
Elementary
Every Monday Mabel

Every Monday Mabel
Every Monday without fail, Mabel happily waits for the garbage truck to arrive.
Middle Grade
Kaya Morgan's Crowning Achievement

Kaya Morgan's Crowning Achievement
Black, twelve-year-old Kaya encounters bias and exploitation as she struggles to remain true to herself while competing for the role of queen at the Renaissance Faire camp.
Young Adult
Banned Together

Banned Together
Featuring the voices of 15 diverse, award-winning authors and illustrators, this multi-genre young adult anthology spotlights the transformative power of books while equipping teens to fight for the freedom to read.
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