A collection of some of the best book and library links of the week:

CHILDREN’S LIT

5 New LGBTQ-Inclusive Picture Books Explore History, Family, Feelings, and Fun – Mombian

10 Fabulous Picture Books Celebrating Neurodivergent Kids – Book Riot

Children’s and teens roundup – the best new picture books and novels – The Guardian

Don’t ban the book: Kids can benefit from challenging stories – Skeptic

Most parents don’t enjoy reading to their children, survey suggests – The Guardian

Top 5 board books for children, chosen by New York Times bestselling author Jon Klassen – Big Issue

LIBRARIES

How Libraries Are Faring Under the Trump Administration – Time

More than books: 10 different ways public libraries make our lives better – PBS

YA LIT

23 Canadian books for young adults to read in spring 2025 – CBC

2025 YA Trends: Bouncing Between the Dark and Light – Publishers Weekly

Rather than ban her books, Ellen Hopkins says Utah should ‘trust in young people’ – KUER