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The Mechanics’ Institute, one of the oldest cultural institutions on the West Coast, is now home to a thrilling archive of LGBTQ+ children’s literature. The Tarpey–Schwed LGBT Families Children’s Book Special Collection features more than 200 queer-friendly kids’ books published
This morning, Kirkus Reviews announced the 18 finalists for the 2026 Kirkus Prize, which recognizes excellence in the categories of Fiction, Nonfiction, and Young Readers’ Literature. Books are selected by a panel of peers, editors, and other industry professionals. Winners in
In a review of Feminism for a World on Fire, The Guardian says Natasha Walter’s latest book pushes back against individualistic “aspiration feminism” and reframes feminism as part of wider battles for justice in a warming, unequal world.
In a new review, The Guardian Books says Claudia Rankine’s latest work blends memoir, fiction, criticism and lyric writing to confront political violence, climate catastrophe and the problem of how to speak about them. At its centre is a friendship between two idealistic college-era activists, used to test how people respond when reality itself feels unstable.
Publishers Weekly reports that Disney is teaming with Webtoon on a romantasy comics series. With few details available from the feed item, the development suggests another push by major entertainment companies into digitally native romance-fantasy storytelling.
Publishers Weekly’s August 2026 Indie Spotlight turns its monthly BookLife roundup toward science fiction and fantasy. The themed edition highlights how independent titles continue to find a place in genre publishing coverage.
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