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The minutes for the February 2026 ABA Board Meeting.

Here are the 25 Indie Next List and 6 Now in Paperback picks on the May 2026 Indie Next List flier.

“Yesteryear is a thoughtful look behind the curtain at carefully curated social media influencers. Like Natalie’s staff, I didn’t care for her ‘perfect life’ but I couldn’t quit reading this story. Hard to believe this is a debut,” said Angela Sides of Monkey and Dog Books in Fort Worth, Texas.

“Dazzling, Irish-inspired worldbuilding and a meaningful look at what it means to be powerful make Her Hidden Fire an unforgettable read,” said Jenny Chou of Boswell Book Company in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

“The Free Verse Society gave me everything I want in a YA book and a romance: flawed characters trying to figure out who they are, real stakes, and a slow burn, sweet romance…The way these two characters struggle, make mistakes, write poetry, and find each other is beautiful and heart-rending,” said Fisher Nash of Carmichael's Bookstore in Louisville, Kentucky.

Here is the Indie Personal Finance Bestseller List, based on sales at independent bookstores nationwide for the eight-week period ending March 29, 2026. 

An interview with ABA Board President Cynthia Compton.

“I hope those of you who joined us in Pittsburgh will continue to draw from the joy and community you found at Winter Institute 2026 to support you in the important work you’re doing in the world. And I hope those of you who were not able to join us are finding joy and community in other ways that sustain you.”