Are you a fan of graphic novels and comic books? Personally, I find myself going to this format (and some of my favorite characters) when I need a comforting and familiar read, but still want a new story I've never read before. In this post, I share some of the resources I have found for reading graphic novels and comic books affordably. Some are free, while others include a small fee. I hope that one of these resources will help you find new books to read and enjoy within this format.

Native American Heritage Month, celebrated each November, honors the knowledge, traditions, languages, beliefs, and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities. Indigenous communities in the Americas have been fighting for generations to preserve their peoples and identities in the face of colonization, broken treaties, residential schools, and other injustices. Native American Heritage Month helps to raise awareness of the continued struggles that Indigenous communities face, support Native people reconnecting with their cultures and languages, and brings visibility to the continued presence of Native and First Nations peoples.

Native American Heritage Month, celebrated each November, honors the knowledge, traditions, languages, beliefs, and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities. Indigenous communities in the Americas have been fighting for generations to preserve their peoples and identities in the face of colonization, broken treaties, residential schools, and other injustices. Native American Heritage Month helps to raise awareness of the continued struggles that Indigenous communities face, support Native people reconnecting with their cultures and languages, and brings visibility to the continued presence of Native and First Nations peoples.

Happy Epilepsy Awareness Month! It can be hard to find literary representation for disabilities and chronic illnesses, especially when you're looking for something specific. Epilepsy representation is no different. The collection below organizes books according to age group. You'll find genres noted in parentheses for middle grade, young adult, and adult readers. While handbooks and seizure logs are the easiest books to find, I've done my best to balance those with works of fiction and memoirs as much as possible. I hope you'll find something in this collection worth reading.

Native American Heritage Month, celebrated each November, honors the knowledge, traditions, languages, beliefs, and stories of Native American, Alaska Native, Native Hawaiian, and affiliated Island communities. Indigenous communities in the Americas have been fighting for generations to preserve their peoples and identities in the face of colonization, broken treaties, residential schools, and other injustices. Native American Heritage Month helps to raise awareness of the continued struggles that Indigenous communities face, support Native people reconnecting with their cultures and languages, and brings visibility to the continued presence of Native and First Nations peoples.

October is Spina Bifida Awareness Month! The most common permanently disabling birth defect, spina bifida occurs in the first 28 days of pregnancy. It impacts each individual differently depending on the location it develops on the spine and its size. There are many types of spina bifida, the most common of which are: spina bifida occulta, meningocele, and myelomeningocele. World Spina Bifida Day is celebrated annually on October 25th. Many celebrate by wearing teal on this day. Learn more about spina bifida or find a support association near you using the links below. Scroll down to find a collection of books with spina bifida representation.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! National Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized in the United States from September 15 - October 15. This period was chosen because several major holidays for a variety of Latin American countries fall within this window.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! National Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized in the United States from September 15 - October 15. This period was chosen because several major holidays for a variety of Latin American countries fall within this window.

Looking for Black representation in your children's books? These books may not always get the attention they're due, but that doesn't mean that children's books books with Black representation aren't out there. In this resource, you'll find general fiction, biographies and other nonfiction, books that highlight STEM, adventurous fantasy, and more. The books below are sorted according to age. If you come across books that you think should be added to this list or a future resource, send your suggestions to contact.undergroundbookshelf@gmail.com for review.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! National Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized in the United States from September 15 - October 15. This period was chosen because several major holidays for a variety of Latin American countries fall within this window.

Below, I have assembled a collection of books for middle grade readers that feature Black protagonists. In the United States, Black experiences, identities, and perspectives are frequently underrepresented. Seeking out literature that centers Black characters is one way that we can work to ensure that young readers have access to such stories. The books listed below are categorized according to genre.

The United States has a long and storied history of banning books. While book bans can come from a desire to protect children from difficult or age-inappropriate material, these bans can also impact the literary representation of various minority communities and limit discussion of difficult subject matter. If you live in a region that has been impacted by book bans, you may find the resources below helpful in accessing diverse literature, understanding the book ban process, advocacy opportunities, and more.