Posts by Miranda McDermott

Indian, Pakistani, and Korean kids all experience challenges in these recommended novels.

Managing social interactions at school can be quite challenging, as illustrated by this week's selection of titles.

Two teenagers experience serious family challenges while trying to find their way to adulthood, in two books from author Jessica Verdi.

This edition's titles include a story about the haves and have-nots, an elephant refuge, and a family dealing with the stresses of a stroke.

In this edition of Booktalking, two girls move across time in an old mansion, and guide dogs play a role in two heartwarming stories.

Ever wonder what the daily life of a forensic psychologist is like? Check out the first entry in this Booktalking...

This year's Association of College and Research Libraries symposium included frank conversation about racial diversity, reclassification of library materials, and more. See our experience of the day, and mark your calendar for the 2019 symposium!

Young adult readers who love animals will appreciate this week's entry: Two recommendations focus on kids' relationships with furry friends, while a third follows the travels of a very special doll.

This week's Booktalking features a fantastic debut novel about a young pigeon trainer, and the story of a horse-loving seventh-grader who meets a staunch animal rights activist.

This week's reviews include a tale of two teenagers facing jail time after a childhood of abuse, and two different views of World War II from young people.

Read about three top selections that touch on tragedy, change, coming-of-age, and cultural acceptance.

Don't think of the Bronx as beautiful? Think the northern borough of our city doesn't have much to offer besides a concrete jungle? Think again. The Bronx has many areas of beautiful greenery, including the New York Botanical Garden (NYBG). I had the pleasure of visiting the garden several years ago, and was blown away by the beauty of the flowers. The NYBG has many buildings that feature varieties of plants, including cacti, and features gorgeous grounds. I have the privilege of riding on the bus past 

Get inside the minds of two superior members of the sports world - basketball coach Bob Knight and Olympic gymnast Laurie Hernandez - in this pair of autobiographies.

Discover these two fun, personal dramas from author Sarah Darer Littman.

High-school seniors look beyond a friend's wealth and a family's wishes, in this pair of recommended novels.

Take a look at two novels about school-age girls trying to make their way in new or challenging situations.

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Teen Author Festival with this recap of the interviews and panels from this year's TAF.

A girl attempts to keep her closest friend from falling prey to the charismatic leader of a cult commune, in the latest edition of Booktalking.

Jewish twin sisters navigate their respective aspirations while dealing with the possibility of Huntington's disease, in this latest edition of Booktalking.