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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of October 14, 2019
Among the books hitting shelves next week are an actress's picture book debut, the story of Henry Ford's obsession with beans, and a YA novel about a struggling teen who may have sold a winning lottery ticket.
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Debut YA by Member of Chippewa Tribe Sells in Seven-Figure Deal
'The Firekeeper's Daughter' by Angeline Boulley was acquired by Tiffany Liao at Henry Holt Books for Young Readers after a 12-bidder auction.
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Welcome to the Neighborhood: 2019–2020 Books on Fred Rogers
With the success of the 2018 documentary 'Won’t You Be My Neighbor?' and the imminent release of the 2019 drama 'A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood,' a number of books are being published about the late TV personality Fred Rogers.
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Actress and Activist Alyssa Milano Introduces 'Hope'
This month, actor Alyssa Milano introduces the character of Hope Roberts in the first installment of her middle-grade series, 'Hope #1: Project Middle School.'
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Rights Report: Week of October 7, 2019
New deals for Shannon Hale, Dave Eggers, Daniel Minter, and others.
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Finalists for 2019 NBA in Young People's Literature Announced
The National Book Foundation has narrowed its longlist down to five finalists for the National Book Award for Young People's Literature.
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Title and Cover for New Hunger Games Novel Revealed
Fans of Suzanne Collins’s blockbuster Hunger Games trilogy got their first peek at the cover of a new book in the YA fantasy franchise.
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Greta Thunberg Inspires Activism-Themed Books
As Swedish teen environmental activist Greta Thunberg dominates headlines, publishers have begun to publish and announce books about her for all ages, with some titles available now and more on the way through fall 2020.
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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of October 7, 2019
Among the books hitting shelves next week are an early reader tracking the adventure of two foods who become fast friends while camping, a middle grade story about the stories to be told in one neighborhood, and a YA novel in which a dressmaker flees France to start over at a New Orleans convent.
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'Guess How Much I Love You' Celebrates a Quarter Century
Big Nutbrown Hare and Little Nutbrown Hare are celebrating a milestone as 'Guess How Much I Love You,' written by Sam McBratney and illustrated by Anita Jeram, is marking its 25th anniversary this year.
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'Dear Evan Hansen' Song Moves from Stage to Page
The creative ripples emanating from the 2016 Broadway musical hit 'Dear Evan Hansen' continue to multiply. Next March, Little, Brown will release 'You Will Be Found,' which pairs the lyrics of the musical's song of the same title.
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Rights Report: Week of September 30, 2019
New deals for Lori Goldstein, Maggie Tokuda-Hall, Lisa Sterle, Emily Martin, and others.
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Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver Introduce an Alien
Actor Henry Winkler and SCBWI executive director Lin Oliver, co-authors of the Hank Zipzer series, are launching 'Alien Superstar,' a new middle-grade series.
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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of September 30, 2019
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a Hawaiian hula dancer, a middle grade series launch set in the Land of Stories, and a collection of futuristic YA short stories.
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Kokila to Publish the Dalai Lama’s First Picture Book
Next March, Penguin Young Readers’ Kokila imprint will release ‘The Seed of Compassion,’ a picture book by the Dalai Lama about making the world a kinder place.
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Moving On Up: 'The 57 Bus' Takes Local Route to the Top
We spoke with author Dashka Slater and her editor, Joy Peskin, about what makes 'The 57 Bus' a compelling—and enduring—true-crime narrative for teens.
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Rights Report: Week of September 23, 2019
New deals for Adib Khorram, Rory Power, Stephan Lee, and others.
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PAPP International Works Outside the Margins
George Papp, president and CEO of the eponymous Canadian house, explains his company's unconventional, profitable path.
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Adult Authors Dominate Triangle Square's Fall List
The children's imprint's eighth season is notable in that five out of its six books are by authors primarily known for their adult work.
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Noteworthy Picture Book and Graphic Novel Sequels: October 2019
Picture book and graphic novel sequels hitting shelves next month include a field trip in outer space, a seek-and-find family adventure, a squirrel with superpowers, and more.
PW KidsCast: A Conversation with Katie Green
British author-illustrator Katie Green discusses her graphic memoir ‘Lighter Than My Shadow,’ which traces her long struggle with and recovery from anorexia, as well as why telling the story visually was so important.
