Julie Majercak
@juliemajercak.bsky.social
MLL Educator shoutin’ out books to help teachers diversify their classroom libraries and reading lists.
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#Folklore #HBReviewoftheWeek THE HERO TWINS AND THE MAGIC OF SONG by @davidbowles.us; illus. by Charlene Bowles (Cinco Puntos/ @leeandlow.bsky.social): "Straightforward + humorous language paired w/ clear, eye-catching comics-style illus make this an engaging retelling" www.hbook.com/story/review...
Review of The Hero Twins and the Magic of Song
This follow-up to Rise of the Halfling King (rev. 11/20) tells the story—again in graphic-novel form—of Mayan demigod twins Hunahpu and...
www.hbook.com
April 24, 2025 at 3:05 PM
#Folklore #HBReviewoftheWeek THE HERO TWINS AND THE MAGIC OF SONG by @davidbowles.us; illus. by Charlene Bowles (Cinco Puntos/ @leeandlow.bsky.social): "Straightforward + humorous language paired w/ clear, eye-catching comics-style illus make this an engaging retelling" www.hbook.com/story/review...
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if you’re participating in the #transrightsreadathon I have some books for your consideration!
young adult, middle grade, adult romance, fantasy and contemporary, there’s something for everyone (who enjoys queer stories and is at least vaguely distrustful of the government)
young adult, middle grade, adult romance, fantasy and contemporary, there’s something for everyone (who enjoys queer stories and is at least vaguely distrustful of the government)
March 28, 2025 at 4:22 PM
if you’re participating in the #transrightsreadathon I have some books for your consideration!
young adult, middle grade, adult romance, fantasy and contemporary, there’s something for everyone (who enjoys queer stories and is at least vaguely distrustful of the government)
young adult, middle grade, adult romance, fantasy and contemporary, there’s something for everyone (who enjoys queer stories and is at least vaguely distrustful of the government)
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Si quieres leer la edición en español de Rancho Espanto, está disponible en NetGalley!
www.netgalley.com/catalog/book... #kidlit #mglit
www.netgalley.com/catalog/book... #kidlit #mglit
March 19, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Si quieres leer la edición en español de Rancho Espanto, está disponible en NetGalley!
www.netgalley.com/catalog/book... #kidlit #mglit
www.netgalley.com/catalog/book... #kidlit #mglit
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So… y’all ready for some more chaos? Get ready to meet Jordi as he fights to protect Texas cryptids living in his town.
I’m grateful to Trisha de Guzman and Stefanie Sanchez Von Borstel for being with me every step of the way. Thank you to everyone for supporting me and my books! #kidlit #mglit
I’m grateful to Trisha de Guzman and Stefanie Sanchez Von Borstel for being with me every step of the way. Thank you to everyone for supporting me and my books! #kidlit #mglit
February 27, 2025 at 10:32 PM
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I have a book out today—the conclusion of a duology I’m very proud of. you can read my long-winded musings about it below and get a copy at the link if you’re interested.
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/671328...
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/671328...
February 18, 2025 at 5:18 PM
I have a book out today—the conclusion of a duology I’m very proud of. you can read my long-winded musings about it below and get a copy at the link if you’re interested.
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/671328...
www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/671328...
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The Indigenous People of North America have decided to go back to calling the Gulf of Mexico, “Chalchiuhtlicueyecatl”. It is what the Nahuatl People originally called it as it is the domain of the goddess Chalchiuhtlicue, who is assoc w/water bodies, including the Gulf of Mexico.
February 14, 2025 at 7:07 AM
The Indigenous People of North America have decided to go back to calling the Gulf of Mexico, “Chalchiuhtlicueyecatl”. It is what the Nahuatl People originally called it as it is the domain of the goddess Chalchiuhtlicue, who is assoc w/water bodies, including the Gulf of Mexico.
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“the world that Jonny Garza Villa creates for their characters is so wonderfully magical […] who else could so effortlessly mix authentic and affirming LGBTQIA+ representation, the competitive world of high school mariachi, and a rivals-to-lovers romantic trope?” ❤️
www.slj.com/story/will-u...
www.slj.com/story/will-u...
Will an Underdog Title Win This Year? | Pondering Printz
A longtime Printz observer (and former committee member) considers some of the underdog titles that could win this year.
www.slj.com
January 16, 2025 at 5:17 PM
“the world that Jonny Garza Villa creates for their characters is so wonderfully magical […] who else could so effortlessly mix authentic and affirming LGBTQIA+ representation, the competitive world of high school mariachi, and a rivals-to-lovers romantic trope?” ❤️
www.slj.com/story/will-u...
www.slj.com/story/will-u...
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🌟 Delighted to find out Abuelita’s Gift was selected as a commended title in the Pedro and Daniel Intersectionality Book Awards.
I’m excited and grateful to see Abuelita and Julieta’s story among such wonderful company. 🌟
Thank you @federicoerebia.bsky.social
I’m excited and grateful to see Abuelita and Julieta’s story among such wonderful company. 🌟
Thank you @federicoerebia.bsky.social
January 13, 2025 at 3:36 PM
🌟 Delighted to find out Abuelita’s Gift was selected as a commended title in the Pedro and Daniel Intersectionality Book Awards.
I’m excited and grateful to see Abuelita and Julieta’s story among such wonderful company. 🌟
Thank you @federicoerebia.bsky.social
I’m excited and grateful to see Abuelita and Julieta’s story among such wonderful company. 🌟
Thank you @federicoerebia.bsky.social
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✨Such an honor to see Lupita’s Brown Ballet Slippers on The 2025 Pedro and Daniel Intersectionality Book Awards (PADIBA) PB/GN long list! Illustrations by Melissa Castillo. ❤️@beamingbooksmn.bsky.social
#PADIBA #PADIBA2025 #ReadYourWorld
#PADIBA #PADIBA2025 #ReadYourWorld
The 2025 Pedro and Daniel Intersectionality Book Awards
LONGLIST: PB/GN
Feel free to tag authors, illustrators, publishers.
Winners & Finalists: late April.
The submissions window for the 2026 awards will be
July 1 - August 31, 2025
For more information: ReadYourWorld.org/awards
LONGLIST: PB/GN
Feel free to tag authors, illustrators, publishers.
Winners & Finalists: late April.
The submissions window for the 2026 awards will be
July 1 - August 31, 2025
For more information: ReadYourWorld.org/awards
January 13, 2025 at 8:26 PM
✨Such an honor to see Lupita’s Brown Ballet Slippers on The 2025 Pedro and Daniel Intersectionality Book Awards (PADIBA) PB/GN long list! Illustrations by Melissa Castillo. ❤️@beamingbooksmn.bsky.social
#PADIBA #PADIBA2025 #ReadYourWorld
#PADIBA #PADIBA2025 #ReadYourWorld
Here are some upcoming books by Latine authors to preorder!
Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for giving me any early peek!
Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for giving me any early peek!
January 12, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Here are some upcoming books by Latine authors to preorder!
Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for giving me any early peek!
Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for giving me any early peek!
I have worked so hard to diversify my feeds and fyp. I come over here and my discover page is mostly white dudes- guys whose views I vibe with, but still!
I’m looking for teachers, parents, young adult and middle grade book readers who want to diversify your bookshelves and reading lists! 1/4
I’m looking for teachers, parents, young adult and middle grade book readers who want to diversify your bookshelves and reading lists! 1/4
January 12, 2025 at 6:10 PM
I have worked so hard to diversify my feeds and fyp. I come over here and my discover page is mostly white dudes- guys whose views I vibe with, but still!
I’m looking for teachers, parents, young adult and middle grade book readers who want to diversify your bookshelves and reading lists! 1/4
I’m looking for teachers, parents, young adult and middle grade book readers who want to diversify your bookshelves and reading lists! 1/4
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In case you didn't know, I wrote a short story that takes place in the This Is Why They Hate Us universe, and it's only available in this anthology www.amazon.com/All-Ways-Hea...
All the Ways a Heart Burns: A Voyage YA Anthology
Amazon.com: All the Ways a Heart Burns: A Voyage YA Anthology: 9798988255741: Henry, Racquel, Hockaday, Marquita, Wilson, Kip: Books
www.amazon.com
January 11, 2025 at 8:06 PM
In case you didn't know, I wrote a short story that takes place in the This Is Why They Hate Us universe, and it's only available in this anthology www.amazon.com/All-Ways-Hea...
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"It was too YA for me" - A review someone seriously wrote about a YOUNG ADULT NOVEL.
Adults, you are a guest in middle grade and young adult book spaces. If you can't remember and respect that, you shouldn't read books for these audiences at all. They aren't written for you, nor should they be.
Adults, you are a guest in middle grade and young adult book spaces. If you can't remember and respect that, you shouldn't read books for these audiences at all. They aren't written for you, nor should they be.
January 11, 2025 at 3:12 PM
"It was too YA for me" - A review someone seriously wrote about a YOUNG ADULT NOVEL.
Adults, you are a guest in middle grade and young adult book spaces. If you can't remember and respect that, you shouldn't read books for these audiences at all. They aren't written for you, nor should they be.
Adults, you are a guest in middle grade and young adult book spaces. If you can't remember and respect that, you shouldn't read books for these audiences at all. They aren't written for you, nor should they be.
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BOOK LAUNCH ANNOUNCEMENT 🔥
Can't believe release day is almost here. I'm so stoked to be in conversation with @rosariamunda at @spellboundbookstorefl in Sanford, FL!
Join us to celebrate the release of THESE VENGEFUL WISHES, a YA horror fantasy, a modern take on the Nicaraguan folklore of la Cegua!
Can't believe release day is almost here. I'm so stoked to be in conversation with @rosariamunda at @spellboundbookstorefl in Sanford, FL!
Join us to celebrate the release of THESE VENGEFUL WISHES, a YA horror fantasy, a modern take on the Nicaraguan folklore of la Cegua!
January 10, 2025 at 5:19 PM
BOOK LAUNCH ANNOUNCEMENT 🔥
Can't believe release day is almost here. I'm so stoked to be in conversation with @rosariamunda at @spellboundbookstorefl in Sanford, FL!
Join us to celebrate the release of THESE VENGEFUL WISHES, a YA horror fantasy, a modern take on the Nicaraguan folklore of la Cegua!
Can't believe release day is almost here. I'm so stoked to be in conversation with @rosariamunda at @spellboundbookstorefl in Sanford, FL!
Join us to celebrate the release of THESE VENGEFUL WISHES, a YA horror fantasy, a modern take on the Nicaraguan folklore of la Cegua!
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Close to a million migrants will be shielded from deportation for up to 18 months.
Biden extends protections for immigrants from Venezuela, El Salvador and Ukraine
Close to a millions migrants will be shielded from deportation for up to 18 months.
www.npr.org
January 11, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Close to a million migrants will be shielded from deportation for up to 18 months.
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Teachers and librarians! A chapter 1 reading of What Fell From the Sky is now up on my website! Check it out along with other great resources for the book. www.adriannacuevas.com/teacher-reso... #kidlit
January 6, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Teachers and librarians! A chapter 1 reading of What Fell From the Sky is now up on my website! Check it out along with other great resources for the book. www.adriannacuevas.com/teacher-reso... #kidlit
Here is Part 1 of my 2024 Young Adult Reading Wrap Up.
Did you read any of these ya titles that were released this year?
Which ones are you going to put on your 2025 TBR!
Did you read any of these ya titles that were released this year?
Which ones are you going to put on your 2025 TBR!
January 5, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Here is Part 1 of my 2024 Young Adult Reading Wrap Up.
Did you read any of these ya titles that were released this year?
Which ones are you going to put on your 2025 TBR!
Did you read any of these ya titles that were released this year?
Which ones are you going to put on your 2025 TBR!
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Yay!!! I can’t wait to read it.
I can officially say that Salvación comes out this year on May 20, 2025 🥰🗡️🧂
January 2, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Yay!!! I can’t wait to read it.
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Our first Friday Middle Grade Book Rec is Any Way You Look by Maleeha Siddiqui! I’m currently reading another book by Maleeha, Bhai For Now, and loving it so sign me up for everything she writes from now until forever.
Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year!
www.instagram.com/reel/DEXiMGv...
January 3, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Our first Friday Middle Grade Book Rec is Any Way You Look by Maleeha Siddiqui! I’m currently reading another book by Maleeha, Bhai For Now, and loving it so sign me up for everything she writes from now until forever.
Happy New Year!
www.instagram.com/reel/DEXiMGv...
Happy New Year!
www.instagram.com/reel/DEXiMGv...
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FUN BROPOSAL NEWS!
If you get your book before 1/17 through Changing Hands Bookstore, you can get a super cute bookmark and your copy will be signed by yours truly! 🥰
www.changinghands.com/book/9781538...
If you get your book before 1/17 through Changing Hands Bookstore, you can get a super cute bookmark and your copy will be signed by yours truly! 🥰
www.changinghands.com/book/9781538...
January 3, 2025 at 8:37 PM
FUN BROPOSAL NEWS!
If you get your book before 1/17 through Changing Hands Bookstore, you can get a super cute bookmark and your copy will be signed by yours truly! 🥰
www.changinghands.com/book/9781538...
If you get your book before 1/17 through Changing Hands Bookstore, you can get a super cute bookmark and your copy will be signed by yours truly! 🥰
www.changinghands.com/book/9781538...
Check out this stunning cover for IMMORTAL CONSEQUENCES-the debut young adult fantasy from Latine author I.V. Marie
December 7, 2024 at 4:10 AM
Check out this stunning cover for IMMORTAL CONSEQUENCES-the debut young adult fantasy from Latine author I.V. Marie
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“Canto Contigo is a queer coming-of-age melodrama that takes place in the world of high-school mariachi contests. Either that last sentence immediately sold you, or it didn’t — and if it didn’t, we feel bad for your soul.”
www.sacurrent.com/arts/local-r...
www.sacurrent.com/arts/local-r...
Local Reads: Support San Antonio authors by putting these books on your holiday list
From Westerns and horror tales to YA melodramas and poetry collections, plenty of memorable SA reads came out this year.
www.sacurrent.com
December 3, 2024 at 6:00 AM
“Canto Contigo is a queer coming-of-age melodrama that takes place in the world of high-school mariachi contests. Either that last sentence immediately sold you, or it didn’t — and if it didn’t, we feel bad for your soul.”
www.sacurrent.com/arts/local-r...
www.sacurrent.com/arts/local-r...
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I had no idea Kirkus reviewed What Fell From the Sky… but yay they liked it! They truly got the heart of the story, something that will be even more critical in the coming years- the importance of finding your voice and standing up for those around you. #kidlit
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...
December 3, 2024 at 1:08 PM
I had no idea Kirkus reviewed What Fell From the Sky… but yay they liked it! They truly got the heart of the story, something that will be even more critical in the coming years- the importance of finding your voice and standing up for those around you. #kidlit
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...
www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews...