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Licensing Hotline: April 2024
Read on for news about Paw Prints new series of books tied to 'Fraggle Rock,' Hasbro's anniversary-related publishing programs, PAW Patrol at 10 years old, a Bluey YouTube series that brings licensed books to life, an IndyCar license for start-up publisher Red Racer Books, a new agency specializing in intellectual property development, publishing, and licensing, and more.
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'Children's Book Changemakers' Amplifies Youth Freedom to Read
On April 11, an estimated 1,800 virtual attendees tuned in for a "Children's Book Changemakers" program hosted by the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators' Impact and Legacy Fund.
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In Brief: April 18, 2024
Recently, stars attended an advance screening; family members offered support at an author's event; married collaborators held a book signing; an author discussed romantasy at their book release; a conference brought together writers to meet readers; an author held a storytime for her debut picture book; and readers enjoyed a storytime and a live performance.
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Bologna 2024: Dead Bunnies and Naked Bottoms: What Makes Children's Books Travel Internationally?
In a Bologna Book Fair session called "Dead Bunnies and Naked Bottoms: Meeting the Challenges of Children's Publishing Across Cultures," moderator Maria Russo led a discussion on international picture book successes, obstacles, and taboos.
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Bologna 2024: How Children's Books Can Inspire Action on Sustainability
The Bologna Children's Book Fair hosted a panel discussion exploring the crucial role that children's literature can play in educating and empowering young readers to become vocal advocates and change agents for a sustainable future.
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Bologna 2024: TikTok Pushes English-Language Book Sales in Europe
The growth of English-language book sales in continental Europe is on the rise, fueled by interest generated on TikTok and fed in large part by Amazon.
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Bologna 2024: Photos from the Fair
PW takes you on a photo tour with highlights from Bologna, featuring authors and illustrators from near and far, award announcements, after-hour publisher parties, and more.
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Bologna 2024: A Swinging Spring, But Challenges Remain for Middle Grade
The 61st edition of the Bologna Children's Book Fair opened on Monday, April 8, drawing 1,523 exhibitors from 100 countries and regions around the world; publishers were eager to return to business as usual after the disruption and lingering effects of the pandemic.
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Bologna 2024: Indigenous Literacy Foundation Wins Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award
Australia’s Indigenous Literacy Foundation is the winner of the 2024 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award, the world’s largest children’s book prize, with the laureate receiving five million Swedish krona.
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Bologna 2024: Heinz Janisch and Sydney Smith Win 2024 Hans Christian Andersen Awards
This year’s recipients of the Hans Christian Andersen Award, the highest international distinction given to authors and illustrators of children’s books, are Austria’s Heinz Janisch, for writing; and Canada’s Sydney Smith, for illustration.
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