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This week in book lists:

The BFG: Steven Spielberg Meets Roald Dahl

Steven Spielberg, creator of many beloved movies for children brings one of the most beloved children’s stories, The BFG by Roald Dahl, to the big screen. The BFG opens in theaters July 1, 2016 the year that marks the 100th anniversary of Dahl’s birth. To celebrate this collaboration, here are five of our favorite Dahl books, and five equally imaginative and magical Spielberg kids movies. 

NYPL Recommends: New Kids Poetry

Our Best Books for Kids committee has been busy reading and reviewing 2016 titles. Here are a few of their favorite new poetry books for kids.

Predicting the Future

Many books from Science and Science Fiction genres foretell the future and serve as cautionary tales that demand we think about our actions and the way we live today. 

10 Books To Make You Think About the Way You Think

Reflecting on our beliefs and motives, decisions and reactions, helps us grow. Here are a few titles from the arenas of Human and Social Behavior that offer insight into our psyches.

Finding the Right Meditation Practice for You

A list of book to help you find the right meditation practice for you.

New York Times Read Alikes: June 26, 2016

Readers are going cuckoo for Jojo this week, as the British romance author takes over two of the top five spots while the King of Horror once again debuts at No. 1.

Lynn is reading Gap of Time by the most fantastic Jeanette Winterson. 

Gwen is reading Ava Gardner: 'Love Is Nothing' by Lee Server, in preparation for ourpodcast's Reading Challenge!