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Graphic novels deliver on the thrills and chills, and middle grade readers have plenty to choose from. Brigid Alverson examines the format and recommends 13 titles that deftly blend scary and fun.

As students seek out books that are currently being challenged and removed from shelves, librarians and their fellow educators can also point them to titles with censorship and book banning themes.

Share these 26 books celebrating Latinx heritage and ranging from fantasy to historical, with tween readers interested in everything from witches to soccer and ballet.

Valdez knew from the start that Harmony Becker’s Himawari House, which earned an SLJ starred review, was something special.

A lot of returning faces are headed for the graphic novel shelves, but some of them may still be brand-new to your patrons. Our reviews evaluate each title on its own merits, including a verdict advising whether the title functions as a fresh start or is strictly a continuation.

From “Pokémon” to “Snow White with the Red Hair,” there’s something here for every budding manga fan.

Use these reviews of manga that are bound to be popular in the coming months for a ready-made display or to help you decide whether they should be purchased for your teen collections.

A lot of familiar faces are returning to graphic novel shelves. Should readers meet them in their latest adventures, or would it be best to start at the beginning? These 12 reviews suggest which approach matches each book.

This year, we’ve seen updates to many graphic novel series aimed at middle grade and chapter book readers. Which installments will appeal only to die-hard series fans, and which can readers pick up with no knowledge of previous books? We offer some guidance.