Ashlie Swicker

Ashlie (she/her) is an educator, librarian, and writer. She is committed to diversifying the reading lives of her students and supporting fat acceptance as it intersects with other women’s issues. She's also perpetually striving to learn more about how she can use her many privileges to support marginalized groups. Interests include learning how to roller skate with her local roller derby team, buying more books than she'll ever read, hiking with her husband and sons, and making lists to avoid real work. You can find her on Instagram (@ashlieelizabeth), Twitter (@mygirlsimple) or at her website, www.ashlieswicker.com.

Children’s Books for the Holiday Season

Cozy picture books to introduce and celebrate holiday traditions from different cultures. What do you read with the family this time of year?

Read Like A Writer: Making A Reading Plan for NaNoWriMo

We know you're already typing as fast as you can, but one Rioter is making the case for taking a break and cracking a book.

5 Books That Call Bullshit on Diet Culture

Diet culture is ridiculous, and these books call it out.

Happy-Making Picture Books Filling Our Summer Reading Sheets

Excellent picture books that will make you smile and help fill your library summer reading sheets

Fresh Picture Books for Fathers

Picture books to give to dads for Father's Day!

Make Out Scene Superlatives

Swoon-worthy and surprising make out scenes from YA novels, superlative style. Did your favorite on page liplock win an award?

How To Create Your Own Summer Reading Syllabus

How to create your own summer reading syllabus, and why!

Picture Books to Help You Celebrate National Donut Day

June 3rd is National Donut Day, and I plan to celebrate in every way possible. Trips to the donut shop? ...

Three Fat Heroines I Wish I’d Met Earlier

Three YA novels featuring fat heroines who defy conventions and delight readers.

Beyond Goodnight Moon: Unique Books to Give at Baby Showers

Unique books to gift at your next baby shower!