20 Best Books To Read in March

by Victor LaValle

Acrobatic storytelling, both out there and down-home. Full review >

by Kelly Link ; illustrated by Shaun Tan

Enchanting, mesmerizing, brilliant work. Full review >

by Mona Simpson

Simpson beautifully explores the sacrifices that keep a family together even when it's coming apart. Full review >

by Rachel Heng

Like a drop of rain that holds the reflection of the world, crystalline and beautiful. Full review >

by Arline T. Geronimus

A compelling contribution to the literature on the important issue of health care inequity. Full review >

by Dean King

A welcome study of environmental politics in action. Full review >

by Matthew Pratt Guterl

An earnestly felt, beautifully wrought story of an American family in all its complexity. Full review >

by Mya-Rose Craig

An excellent mix of travelogue, memoir, and advocacy. Full review >

by Monica Edinger & Lesley Younge

An excellent way to understand a remarkable individual and his times. Full review >

by Rebecca Mahoney

An eerie tale offering equal measures of fright, angst, and emotional catharsis. Full review >

by Lila Riesen

A smart, powerful, poignant tale of identity, freedom, and family. Full review >

by Mark Oshiro

An important and searing read on the value of family, agency, and belief. Full review >

by Daniel Nayeri ; illustrated by Daniel Miyares

An enticing taste of a rich historical world. Full review >

edited by Aida Salazar & Yamile Saied Méndez

A powerful, vibrant, and empowering celebration of an important milestone. Full review >

by Zach Weinersmith ; illustrated by Boulet

Wonderfully weird. Full review >

by Katherine Roy ; illustrated by Katherine Roy

A perennially hot topic explored with a deft mix of specific details and light touches. Full review >

by Aaron Becker ; illustrated by Aaron Becker

Look upon this work, ye mighty picture-book creators, and despair. A stunning accomplishment. Full review >

by Aida Salazar ; illustrated by Molly Mendoza

Bravery and determination prevail in this inspiring tale of unconventional leadership. Full review >

by Jordan Scott ; illustrated by Sydney Smith

A quiet, tender, and profoundly moving celebration of intergenerational love. Full review >

by Alliah L. Agostini ; illustrated by Shamar Knight-Justice

An exuberant celebration of community that leaps off the page. Full review >