Why wait until October to celebrate all things spooky? With the growing Summerween trend, Halloween fans can indulge in their favorite holiday in the the middle of the year with jack-o’-melon carving, sparkling pumpkin punch, and slasher movie marathons! First introduced by the hit Disney show, Gravity Falls, where the local townspeople celebrate Summerween on

From Peachtree Teen Peachtree Teen seeks to empower teens through fresh, empathetic storytelling that inspires conversation in an ever-changing world. Summer has just begun, and whether you like to soak up the sun or stay cool in the shade, there is always a place to crack open a new summer read. While you contemplate which

Is it really summer if you haven’t kicked back in the afternoon with a good book yet? Book lovers know that nothing beats a beach read for the ultimate summer escape. Whatever your actual travel plans, a good story can transport you anywhere. And in the summer, readers want to rekindle an old flame during

American mahjong is everywhere, Zillennials are hosting phone-free dinner parties, and homeowners’ searches for game rooms have shot up like a rocket this summer according to the home design hub Houzz. What does all this mean for retailers? If you haven’t featured analog games in your store, now is the time. Everybody is looking for

Juneteenth commemorates the day the last enslaved people were emancipated in the United States on June 19, 1865. This Juneteenth, celebrate freedom with Black authors and trailblazers whose work continues to shape our culture, celebrates liberation, and acknowledges the ongoing work towards freedom and equality, still necessary over 150 years later. From essential history titles

Move over Millennial avocados! Pickles have emerged as the generational green snack of choice for Gen Z, appearing in “girl dinner” spreads, gut health recommendations from wellness influencers, and questionably flavored cocktails. For some, pickles join tinned fish on the shelf of controversial food trends. Others know that sometimes after a rough day, the best

By Compendium Staff Gifted creators craft entire worlds, then invite us in to make those worlds our own. Illustrator Elise Hurst has this special gift. Her newest book The Storyteller’s Almanac is a collection of fantastical illustrations, richly layered in fine detail for readers to explore. Like the beloved companion title, The Storyteller’s Handbook, there

Discover how to create memorable meals using affordable, good-for-you ingredients with 85 delectable recipes that celebrate the comfort of eating at home, from the founder of the bestselling superfood brand Golde. Eating at Home provides a welcome shift from hurried meals and hectic evenings. Golde founder Trinity Mouzon Wofford shares 85 inviting, healthful recipes to bring

Tired of minimalism and exhausted by everyday stressors, shoppers are finding their whimsical side. Whimsy is trending high in interior decorating, fashion, and general retail as Zillennials search for unique, playful aesthetics that make them smile above all else. It’s little treat culture meets self-care meets 2020s absurdist humor with an emphasis on joy, cozy

Kick off Pride in June with rainbows, parades, and gifts made by and for the queer community! From Out of Print’s Pride-themed accessories and pop culture gift books to children’s titles all about the meaning of Pride and bestselling nonfiction about LGBTQ+ history, there are as many ways to celebrate as there are colors in

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🌈 June 2026 Staff Picks Our June staff picks are full of bright, giftable summer-ready finds with plenty of personality! There are activities to keep kids busy on long afternoons, from Neon Crafts and K-Pop Fandom Coloring Pages to 250 Facts About America and Richard Scarry’s Busy, Busy Activity Deck; conversation starters for summer gatherings, including