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Nikki DeMarco

The inimitable Nikki DeMarco is as well-traveled as she is well-read. Being an enneagram 3, Aries, high school librarian, makes her love for efficiency is unmatched. She lives in Richmond, Virginia, and is passionate about helping teens connect to books. Nikki has an MFA in creative writing, is a TBR bibliologist, and writes for Harlequin, Audible, Kobo, and MacMillan. Since that leaves her so much time, she’s currently working on writing a romance novel, too. Find her on all socials @iamnikkidemarco (Instagram, Twitter, Threads)

Reflecting on My First Year as a High School Librarian

A librarian reflects on a year working as a high school librarian, sharing lessons learned and goals for the future.

How Reading Changed for Me After My ADHD Diagnosis

Realizing my brain is atypical didn't make me feel other or disconnected, but rather seen and capable. It changed my relationship with reading.

Our Shadow and Bone Review (Plus Show Vs. Book Comparison)

Loved the book, but not sure about the show? Check out our Shadow and Bone review now to see what critics and fans say!

Books about Juneteenth

From picture books to adult novels, memoirs, and histories, a list of books to learn more about the celebration of Juneteenth.

Cookbook Showdown: The Best Iced Tea Recipes, Tested

We pit four cookbooks against each other to find the ultimate best iced tea recipe, and here are the results, with photo evidence.

School Librarians are Disappearing: Here’s Why They Shouldn’t

School libraries with full-time, dedicated librarians are the hub and heart of the school, but school librarian positions are disappearing.

Between Cultures: Books about People Living in the Hyphen

These multicultural books, including Color Me In by Natasha Díaz, feature characters who've lived between two or more cultures, people living in the hyphen or the in between.

How to Start a Banned Book Club

Teens across the country are fighting back against censorship and book bans. This guide to how to start a banned book club can help.

How to Sketchnote a Book

Sketchnoting can help you better remember a book and more deeply engage with its ideas. Here's a simple guide to how to sketchnote a book.

School Library Programming Ideas for National Poetry Month

Some ideas to implement in your library to get folks excited about National Poetry Month, from letter writing to poetry crafts.