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What Makes a Winner? Get the scoop on how JLG editors pick award-worthy books

JLG editors have an astounding track record of selecting books for our collection—long before they're even published—that go on to win awards, honors, starred reviews and acclaim. JLG picks just took home 60+ awards & honors at ALA. Learn our editorial Dream Team's secrets!

What Makes a Winner?

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Demand Diversity

Demand Diversity

Join us as we discuss the importance of diversifying and the wide breadth of what is considered “diverse&rdquo.

Dude, where's my book?

Encouraging boys to read

Enjoy this exclusive webcast with Jon Scieszka, where we talk about motivating boy readers and exploring the universe of his latest book.

Let's Dig In! A speed tasting of JLG's Winter selections

A speed tasting of JLG's Winter selections

Pull up a chair for a fun, fast-paced speed tasting of some of our editors' favorite titles from JLG's Winter catalog.

Meg Medina Changes Gears

Meg Medina Changes Gears

Enjoy an author talk with 2019 Newbery Medal award-winner, Meg Medina, author of Merci Suárez Changes Gears.

Summer Reading

A Summer in Space: Slow the Slide

Check out these books for the 2019 public-library summer reading theme: “A Universe of Stories."

The Haunt They Want: Horror & Suspense

The Haunt They Want: Horror & Suspense

Horror and suspense titles are disappearing from the library. Find out why with JLG editor Maria Wang.

Meet Varian Johnson

Meet Varian Johnson

The Parker Inheritance author shares what he hopes middle-grade readers get from his book.

When Words & Art Collide

When Words & Art Collide: The Allure of Graphic Novels

Discover how this creative medium can help your readers with visual literacy.

Likes Matter: Using Social Media to Promote Your Library

Likes Matter: Using Social Media to Promote Your Library

Learn how to use social media to attract students and promote your library!

Nonfiction for Everyone

Nonfiction for Everyone

Grades PreK–12

Authour, Melissa Stewart looks at fact-filled stories for that are sure to pique everyone's interest.

Love & War

Love & War

Emotionally powerful titles that dig deep into love, loss, and the impact they have on our lives.

Stars So Far

Stars So Far

Grades K–12

Listen in as Kayleigh Hanlin and Mahnaz Dar discuss K–12 books receiving rave reviews.

Using Award-Winning Titles in Your Library Program

Using Award-Winning Titles in Your Library Program

A quick look at online resources and programming ideas for every librarian who loves great books.

Spring Books for Elementary

Spring Books for Elementary

A review of some of the most popular elementary titles to add to your collection for young readers.

Sizzling Teen Books

Sizzling Teen Books

Join Deborah B. Ford during this speedy introduction to popular must-have titles for your collection.

The Fascinating World of Graphic Novels

The Fascinating World of Graphic Novels

What makes comics and graphic novels so powerful?

Creating a Culture of Reading

Creating a Culture of Reading

Beanstack's Felix Brandon Lloyd on the power of reading contests and tips for success.

Three Reading Challenges

Three Reading Challenges with Rockstar Librarians

Important insights from industry professionals about successful reading challenges.

The Lowdown on Hi-Lo

The Lowdown on Hi-Lo

Discussion of JLG's Hi-Lo titles and what makes for a compelling book for developing readers.

\ Viva los libros!

¡Viva los libros!: How Readers Find Themselves in Spanish Titles

Exciting Books in Spanish.

Elementary Booktalk

Elementary Booktalk

Listen in as the leaders of the JLG editorial team discuss elementary must-read selections.

Middle School Booktalk

Middle School Booktalk

The JLG editorial team takes a deep dive into popular middle school selections on a variety of subjects.

2019 Award Winners

Let's Talk 2019 Award Winners

JLG's Susan Marston and former Scholastic exec discuss our 2019 ALA Youth Media Award winners.

The Transformative Power of YA Literature

The Transformative Power of YA Literature

Join JLG’s Lucas Klauss and former Scholastic exec Elissa Tomasetti for a deep dive into the hottest titles in YA.

Fighter for Justice

Fighter for Justice

The Horn Book's Roger Sutton interviews author Ilene Cooper about her book Eleanor Roosevelt: Fighter for Justice.

Leveraging Digital in Your Library

When Reading "Clicks": Leveraging Digital in Your Library

Learn about how digital tools can advance the love & skill of reading in the gadget generation.

The Nonfiction Revolution

The Nonfiction Revolution: How the genre is reshaping student success

Find out how creative new Nonfiction titles are making the genre more accessible than ever.