As a Little Free Library steward, advocate for libraries and book access, and mama to a biracial daughter, The Library in the Woods touched me and even brought me to tears.

Set in the late 1950s and told through the eyes of a young boy, it’s a beautiful, poignant reminder of how the Black community came together to create a space for learning and connection during a time of deep injustice. The idea of a log cabin library hidden in the woods — built when Black families were barred from public libraries — is heartbreaking and inspiring. The illustrations are gorgeous, and I loved the first-person narration from the little boy.

This is a wonderful book for families who value diverse stories and want to teach their kids about the power of community, resilience, and the joy of reading. I will absolutely pick this up for my daughter's bookshelf.