Books and Reading

Reviews, recommendations, read-alikes, author bios and interviews, resources for book clubs, and more.

For middle school students through adults. A guide to understanding the most studied poems.

For middle school students through adults. A guide to understanding novels from various cultures and time periods.

For middle school students through adults. A guide to understanding the most studied plays.

A comprehensive resource for libraries and readers, offering engaging materials on children’s and young adult literature. Explore author interviews, book trailers, read-alongs, and discussion guides to enrich reading experiences. (Formerly BookConnections.org.)

A robust platform for educators and students, providing essential resources for integrating children’s and young adult books into the classroom. Includes lesson plans, diverse book recommendations, homework support, and multimedia tools designed to enhance teaching and learning.

For middle school students through adults. A guide to understanding the most studied short stories.

Receive emails Mon–Fri with chapters from a popular book to help you determine if it's a book you want to finish. Includes a wide range of genres and interests and both fiction and nonfiction.

For grades 7–12. A robust selection of eBooks, graphic novels, educator resources, and more. No downloads, no waiting.

Bibliographic records, subjects guide, full-text reviews, and publisher information for a wide variety of publications.