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On Tour for ‘Ripples,’ Katie Yamasaki Wants to Make Waves

By Nathalie op de Beeck | 03/31/2026 @ 03:00PM

Picture book creator and muralist Katie Yamasaki combines storytelling with hands-on collaboration, and her Earth Month book tour for 'Ripples' comes with opportunities to take outdoor environmental action.
Rights Report: Week of March 30, 2026

| 03/31/2026 @ 03:00PM

New deals for Hannah Schneider, Gwenyth Reitz, Hafsa A. Jawad, and others.
Noteworthy Picture Book and Novel Sequels: March 2026

Compiled by Iyana Jones | 03/26/2026 @ 02:00PM

Out this month are a picture book about mixing colors, a series installment about an invasion by adorable felines, a YA fantasy sequel about a demon takeover, and more.
New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of March 30, 2026

| 03/26/2026 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book biography about a trailblazing dancer, a graphic novel following best friends pursuing their artist dreams, a YA novel about a stranded group avoiding a predatory dragon, and more.
Rights Report: Week of March 23, 2026

| 03/23/2026 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Roxane de Rouen, Angela Montoya, Kalyn Josephson, and others.
Q & A with Angela Quezada Padron

By Patricia J. Murphy | 03/23/2026 @ 09:30AM

PW spoke with Padron about her work as an educator, editor, and an author-illustrator and publisher; and why she feels called to tell the untold stories of strong Latinas.
Spotlight on Middle Grade STEAM Series: Spring 2026

By Shannon Maughan | 03/20/2026 @ 07:00PM

We spoke with editors who are delivering high-interest books across a range of formats for young readers who are curious about STEAM.
Scholastic Launches New Book Fair

By Shannon Maughan | 03/20/2026 @ 07:00PM

Kids and families can get their hands on STEAM series and activities at Scholastic’s Discovery Fair, a new style of book fair for grades K–6.
STEAM-Powered Books for Middle Graders

By Shannon Maughan | 03/20/2026 @ 07:00PM

A slate of new series aim to tap into kids’ shifting interests—and perhaps spark the next generation of scientists, inventors, and explorers.
Festive Picture Books for Spring 2026

Compiled by Iyana Jones | 03/20/2026 @ 09:00AM

PW highlights a selection of picture books and board books that embrace the season and its myriad celebrations.
Cover Reveal: S&S to Relaunch Two Judy Blume Classics

By Sally Lodge | 03/19/2026 @ 03:00PM

Long a prominent presence on the bookshelves of preteen readers, Judy Blume’s ‘Just as Long as We’re Together’ and its companion novel, ‘Here’s to You, Rachel Robinson,’ will soon have a new publisher and fresh covers, revealed here for the first time.
New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of March 23, 2026

| 03/19/2026 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book highlighting the centerpiece of a family’s home, a middle grade novel following a princess’s sudden rise to power, a YA debut about the impact of poetry, and more.
Just Announced: ‘Lil Lizzo Meets Sasha B. Flootin’’ by Lizzo

By Iyana Jones | 03/17/2026 @ 03:00PM

Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers has announced the forthcoming release of Grammy Award–winning songwriter and performer Lizzo’s debut picture book, 'Lil Lizzo Meets Sasha B. Flootin’,' illustrated by Mark Pett.
Rights Report: Week of March 16, 2026

| 03/17/2026 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Eva Des Lauriers, Aislinn Brophy, Sharon Cameron, and others.
Just Announced: ‘Empire’ by Sabaa Tahir

By Iyana Jones | 03/12/2026 @ 03:00PM

Penguin Young Readers has announced the forthcoming release of National Book Award and Printz Award winner Sabaa Tahir’s 'Empire,' closing out the duology that began with her YA fantasy novel 'Heir.'
New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of March 16, 2026

| 03/12/2026 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book from a beloved queer performer, a middle grade novel highlighting Indigenous history, a YA trilogy closer following a teen’s final battle to save his kingdom from his evil uncle, and more.
Rights Report: Week of March 9, 2026

| 03/10/2026 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Jenna Voris, Sonido Reyes, Beck Kubric, and others.
New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of March 9, 2026

| 03/05/2026 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book following a child navigating Ramadan, a middle grade novel about tweens who are determined to sabotage their parents’ relationship, a speculative YA novel about a teen living with depression, and more.
Rights Report: Week of March 2, 2026

| 03/03/2026 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Libba Bray, Julie Restivo, Audrey Goldberg, and others.

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