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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of September 25, 2017
Hitting shelves next week are a picture book about an owl, a monkey, and a balloon; a middle grade novel about tolerance from the perspective of a tree; and a YA novel about Mexican teens seeking better lives.
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YA Reimagining of 'Cinderella' Sells in Major Pre-Frankfurt Deal
Jennifer Donnelly's 'Stepsister,' which is told from the vantage point of one of the "wicked" stepsisters in 'Cinderella,' sold to Scholastic after a nine-bidder auction. It went for a sum rumored to be in the mid-to-high six-figure range, and a film deal is imminent.
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Lantana Publishing Breaks into U.S. Market
The London-based publisher has announced its debut U.S. list, which will launch this fall with four picture books.
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Sherman Alexie's 'Absolutely True Diary' Turns 10
Sherman Alexie said of his National Book Award-winning novel, “One of the things I’m really proud of is that this book has reached so many people who are not readers."
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New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of September 18, 2017
Hitting shelves next week are a wordless picture book about two cardinals in a famous Christmas tree, a middle grade novel about a boy building his way out of grief, and a YA novel about a defining day for a troubled teen.
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Comedy Writer Chris Harris Plays with Nonsense Verse
The Emmy-nominated writer has teamed up with Caldecott Honor artist Lane Smith for his debut collection of humorous children’s poems.
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New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of September 11, 2017
Hitting shelves next week are a picture book about an exploring fox, a middle grade novel about stranded kids fighting for survival, and a YA novel about a possible future Earth.
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A Makeover for Judy Moody
Candlewick will relaunch the popular chapter book series by Megan McDonald next April, with redesigned cover art.
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Candlewick Focuses on Branding at 25
As the publisher closes out its 25th anniversary year, it is turning to backlist favorites and beloved characters for continued growth.
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John Lennon's 'Imagine' Now a Picture Book
In partnership with Amnesty International, Clarion will release John Lennon's iconic song in picture-book format on September 21, the International Day of Peace.
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Children’s Books Celebrating Milestones in 2017
2017 represents a landmark year for a spate of children’s books.
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New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of September 4, 2017
Hitting shelves next week are a picture book in which a familiar 'fraidy-cat returns, a middle grade novel about the imaginations of the Brontë siblings, and a YA novel about mistaken identity and privilege.
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The YA Bestseller Brought Down by the YA Community
Members of the young adult writing community claimed that Lani Sarem's 'Handbook for Mortals,' which initially hit #1 on the NYT's YA bestseller list, charted because its sales were manipulated. The uproar has led to the book being dropped from the paper's list.
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A Trio of Fall Titles Celebrates Virginia Lee Burton’s Rich Legacy
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt celebrates Virginia Lee Burton's legacy with multiple books to be published in September and October.
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Penguin Boots Up for Marie Lu's 'Warcross'
Penguin has devised an extensive campaign to build fan excitement for 'Warcross,' the forthcoming sci-fi thriller from YA author and gamer Marie Lu,
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New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of August 28, 2017
Hitting shelves next week are a picture book about the coming fall season, a middle grade novel about an ambitious Kenyan girl, and a YA novel about teens capable of surprising themselves.
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New York Review Books Brings Back Maira Kalman Classics
Starting this fall, a number of Kalman's most beloved picture books will be reissued.
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Kid Reporter Hilde Lysiak Scoops Up Book Series
Ten-year-old journalist Hilde Lysiak will make her print debut as the star of a new children’s book series, focused on her real-life scoops.
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Small Presses Celebrate Laura Ingalls Wilder’s 150th Birthday
To celebrate the 150th anniversary of Laura Ingalls Wilder's birth, two small presses are publishing books offering new perspectives on the life and work of the beloved author.
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New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of August 21, 2017
Hitting shelves next week are a linear board book, a middle grade historical novel set in Iran, and a nonfiction title that inspires girls to learn to code.
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.
