Rebecca Santo – illustratör

Brea and Mallory, passionate bibliophiles and hosts of the Reading Glasses podcast, know the reading world can sometimes feel snobby and overwhelming. With endless voices telling you what to read and how much, it’s easy to lose the joy. Enter The No-Pressure Book Journal—a refreshing tool designed to help you rediscover your love of reading without guilt, shame, or pressure.In addition to plenty of space to track your reading, this journal includes thoughtful prompts, engaging essays (like how to “dump” a book you’re not into—without remorse!), and dedicated sections to capture your reflections, highlights, and thoughts. Whether you devour your TBR list or just Googled what a “TBR list” is, this is the perfect journal for readers of every kind.Elevate your reading and writing life—at your own pace and on your own terms—with The No-Pressure Book Journal.HELPFUL ESSAYS WITH BOOK-LOVER ADVICE: Enjoy thoughtful essays from Brea and Mallory with insights on making time to read, embracing your favorite “weird” genres, and breaking out of book slumps.A READING TRACKER: Personalize your reading journey with tracker pages to rate, organize, and reflect on the books you read throughout the year.DURABLE HARDCOVER: Features a sturdy hardcover with rounded corners, a ribbon bookmark, and a handy back pocket for notes, lists, and ephemera.

The quirky and singular Nobel Prize winner Barbara McClintock, a founder of modern genetics who did things her own way, is honored in this lively young STEM biography by Sibert Honor winner Lori Alexander. An ALA Notable book now in paperback!Celebrating the power of curiosity and the rewards of tenacity, this engaging and highly-illustrated biography introduces young readers to the field of genetics. As a rare female botanist in early twentieth-century America, Barbara McClintock never let other people’s notions of what was proper slow her down. When she faced doubting colleagues and unsupportive institutions, she drove across the United States, climbed through windows, and even slept in her laboratory to conduct her research. In so doing, she helped pave the way for future scientific discoveries that can cure diseases and save lives—and won a Nobel Prize in the process!Seeds of Discovery features information and substantial backmatter about the science of genetics, including:A timelineGlossarySource notesSuggested further reading “A memorable picture of an independent woman’s life in science, as well as a clear understanding of her contributions and a vivid sense of the joy she took in making them. Absorbing and inspirational.”—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)