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'Blackout' Authors on Centering Black Love
'Blackout' is a YA collaboration by Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, and Nicola Yoon; we spoke with the authors about how their collection of interconnected stories came to be.
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Q & A with Jawad Arash and Trent Reedy
PW spoke with Afghanistan war veteran and author Trent Reedy and Afghan English teacher Jawad Arash about their new novel, 'Enduring Freedom,' inspired by their unlikely friendship.
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Then vs. Now: The Differences and Not-So-Differences of Being a Kid, Three Decades Apart
Author Eulberg reflects on her new middle-grade novel, 'The Best Worst Summer,' and the ways that childhood experiences remain the same across generations, even as technology and trends change.
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Q & A with Mary Alice Monroe
Bestselling adult author Mary Alice Monroe is launching a middle grade series, The Islanders, co-written with journalist Angela May.
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In Conversation: Nicola Yoon and Wendy Loggia
We asked author Nicola Yoon and her editor, Wendy Loggia, to discuss Yoon's latest YA contemporary romance, 'Instructions for Dancing.'
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Obituary: Eric Carle
Iconic and groundbreaking author, illustrator, and fine artist Eric Carle died on May 23 in Northampton, Mass. He was 91.
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Obituary: Lois Ehlert
Award-winning author-illustrator Lois Ehlert, known for her signature collage artwork featuring bold colors and crisply cut shapes as well as found objects, died on May 25 at age 86.
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Four Questions for Rachael Lippincott
Rachael Lippincott, co-author of 'Five Feet Apart' and 'All This Time,' has written her first solo novel, 'The Lucky List.'
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Q & A with Paris Rosenthal and Holly Hatam
Paris Rosenthal and Holly Hatam are the author/illustrator team behind 'Dear Girl' (with Rosenthal's late mother, Amy Krouse Rosenthal), 'Dear Boy,' and 'Dear Baby'; their latest picture book, 'Dear Teacher,' which came out in March, in time for this month's Teacher Appreciation celebrations.
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Helping Kids Right Now: Spotlight on Daniela Owen
The author and child psychologist helps kids learn to handle anger, sadness, and fear with a series of books designed for early readers. (Sponsored)
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Noteworthy YA Series Come to an End This Season
For five YA authors, it's time to say goodbye to the characters and worlds they've spent years inhabiting; we asked each of them about the inception of their series, the writing experience throughout, and what comes next.
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Q & A with Ashley Herring Blake
Ashley Herring Blake's latest work, 'Hazel Bly and the Deep Blue Sea,' is a middle grade novel about growing up and grief, seen through the eyes of a 10-year-old girl.
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Diversifying: A Useful Concept for Fairy Tales and Finance
Menon reflects on the fairy tales that captured her imagination as a young reader and continue to inspire her as a writer, and her commitment to giving diverse characters happily-ever-afters.
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Q & A with Camryn Garrett
Garrett spoke with us about drawing on her own experiences for her second YA novel, 'Off the Record,' and addressing issues such as #MeToo, mental health, and body image for teens.
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Four Questions for Remy Lai
PW spoke with Lai about writing relatable young characters, her experience as an Australian author writing for an American audience, and the inspiration behind her first graphic novel, 'Pawcasso.'
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Deb Caletti on the Practical Magic of Research
Deb Caletti, the author of many novels for adults and teens, describes the vital role of research in her writing process.
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Q & A with Emiko Jean
We spoke with Emiko Jean about the inspiration for her new YA novel, 'Tokyo Ever After,' genre switching, and identity.
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Q & A with Nicole Melleby
Nicole Melleby's latest novel, 'How to Become a Planet,' tells the story of 12-year-old Pluto, who has just been diagnosed with depression and anxiety, and her tentative journey navigating her mental health and her crush on new friend Fallon.
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Rights Report: Week of May 10, 2021
New deals for Alexandra Christo, Olivia Cole, Gloria Chao, and others.
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Four Questions for Jeanne Birdsall and Jane Dyer
We spoke with author Jeanne Birdsall and artist Jane Dyer about their most recent picture book collaboration, 'Teaflet & Roog Make a Mess,' which features photgraphs of doll-like characters made of wool.
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