Jaime Herndon finished her MFA in nonfiction writing at Columbia, after leaving a life of psychosocial oncology and maternal-child health work. She is a writer, editor, and book reviewer who drinks way too much coffee. She is a new-ish mom, so the coffee comes in extra handy. Twitter: @IvyTarHeelJaime
Whichever path they find themselves on: Jedi, Rebel, or the Dark Side, there are excellent Star Wars books for kids at every age, including Poe Dameron: Free Fall.
A very brief guide to medicine, as seen through the lens of literature, including Heart: A History.
The High Republic starts a new chapter in the Star Wars franchise, stretching across all age ranges. Here's what you should read first, including Star Wars: The High Republic Vol. 1: There is No Fear by Cavan Scott and Ario Anindito.
A reader reflects upon the impact of her weekly library visits and read-alouds with her son.
What are some classics you'd like to see adapted into graphic novels? Here are some outstanding choices for the format.
A list of books that explore different areas of public health, from medical bias to gynecological health and inequity in queer healthcare, including A Good Time to Be Born: How Science and Public Health Gave Children a Future by Perri Klass.
Books about women’s soccer, activism and equality, and gender bias to dive into after watching LFG, the women's soccer documentary on HBO, including The National Team: The Inside Story of the Women Who Changed Soccer by Caitlin Murray.
When this single parent's son turned 5, she decided to read 52 books in 52 weeks. Learn why and which books made the cut.
Know a kid with big dreams and goals who could use some inspiration? Check out these wonderful picture books for motivated kids.
Find books about relationships, from romantic ones to family, to professional and personal — and how they impact our lives in different ways.