This paper summarizes the results of our tenth annual literacy survey pertaining to children and young people's reading in 2020, as well as the results of our study of children and young people's reading during the COVID-19 lockdown. Both studies were conducted by the International Reading Association (IRA). The results indicate that there has been little change in the types of books that are read by children and young people over the past year. The most popular genres are literary fiction, young adult (YA) fiction, fantasy, and science fiction/fantasy. Young readers' literature is also known as "librarians' books" because they are chosen specifically to inspire reading among children. Examples include poems, stories, and novels for early readers, and sequels and prequels to established favorites. In terms of character, the main protagonists are often kids just like them who experience a moment of courage or make a mistake that affects their lives later on. They usually have a parent who loves them and wants the best for them, but can sometimes be overprotective or neglectful. Finally, the most important message conveyed in children's and YA books is that it's okay not to know everything right away, but with hard work and practice, anyone can become an expert at something. Books help us understand other people's feelings and thoughts without saying anything.