Katie Moench

Katie Moench is a librarian, runner, and lover of baked goods. A school librarian in the Upper Midwest, Katie lives with her husband and dog and spends her free time drinking coffee, trying new recipes, and adding to her TBR.

10 Middle Graphic Novels to Look Forward to In Fall 2021

Whether they're looking for realistic fiction like Other Boys by Damian Alexander, SFF like The Awakening Storm by Jaimal Yogis and illustrated by Vivian Truong, or something else entirely, middle grade readers will find a new favorite on this list!

10 Halloween Board Books for Babies

Halloween offers so much engaging material for both parents and babies alike. Here are some great Halloween books for your baby, like You're My Little Pumpkin Pie by Natalie Marshall.

12 Bookish Hats for Bookworm’s Heads

Accessorize your noggin, block the sun, and let the world know what's on your mind with the latest bookish head gear.

15 Delightful Books Like The Vanderbeekers

Love the charm, hijinks, and warmth of Karina Yan Glaser's middle grade series, The Vanderbeekers? Find more books like The Vanderbeekers, including One Crazy Summer.

The Ethics of Selling Advanced Reader Copies

Influencers and booksellers are sent advanced readers copies for promotion by publishers -- is it legal (or ethical) to sell these books?

Middle Grade Fiction About the Environment

Pique young readers' interest in learning about the natural world with these middle grade books about the environment.

The Rise and Fall of the Western

Here, we learn how the western has been reflective of what the U.S. has thought of the West as well as how that narrative has changed now.

12 of the Best Camping Books for Kids

From picture books for first time campers to camping guides, these camping books for kids will help set your family up for a successful trip!

7 Books to Help You Understand What’s Happening in Ireland

Learn more about The Troubles and violence in Northern Ireland through nonfiction and fiction, including Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland by Patrick Radden Keefe.

7 Books That Share the Same Title

Can two different books, by different authors, have the same title? The answer, as the books like Life After Life by Jill McCorkle and Life After Life by Kate Atkinson show, is yes. Here's how they compare.