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Kelly Jensen

Kelly is a former librarian and a long-time blogger at STACKED. She's the editor/author of (DON'T) CALL ME CRAZY: 33 VOICES START THE CONVERSATION ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH and the editor/author of HERE WE ARE: FEMINISM FOR THE REAL WORLD. Her next book, BODY TALK, will publish in Fall 2020. Follow her on Instagram @heykellyjensen.

The Lie of “Local Control,” as Texas and Florida Signal What’s Next in Book Censorship: Book Censorship News, August 8, 2025

The actions Florida and Texas legislation is taking to target school libraries showcase what's to come nationwide. It's not "local control."

What Are The Biggest YA Books for Fall?: A Look at the Blockbuster Releases

A mega roundup of the biggest YA books hitting shelves this fall, including a boom in romantasy titles.

Oprah’s 117th Pick Is . . . Another White Male Author

It’s hot white guy summer for Oprah this year, as she’s just announced her latest book club pick. The 117th ...

New YA Book Releases for August 6, 2025

Read your way into this week's new YA releases in hardcover and in paperback.

Book Club Stickers to Help Connect You With Your Fellow Readers

Nerd out over reading even more with these fun, cute, and clever book club stickers.

Bookish Back to School Goods for an Epic New Year

From library-themed notebooks to a set of fantasy reader pajamas, stock up on the best bookish school supplies for the upcoming year.

The Anti-Book Ban Laws Passed in 2025 (& What They Mean): Book Censorship News, August 1, 2025

What does it mean to pass an anti-book ban law in 2025? Here are what states have done it and what these laws mean.

More Adaptations at Prime, Aging Up of Protagonists, and More YA Book News

YA book news from July includes new research on how YA protagonists have gotten older, new crossover imprints, and more.

New YA Book Releases for July 30, 2025

From friends-to-enemies-to-lovers romantic fantasy reads to a staged murder mystery turned real, check out this week's new YA book releases.

Early Closure of House Leaves IMLS Future Hanging; What This Means & What You Can Do

The abrupt early recess in the House of Representatives means the future of IMLS funding remains a question mark. Use this time to act.

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