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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of December 4, 2023

| 11/30/2023 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a grandmother-granddaughter duo working together to create a cultural dish, a picture book inspired by a viral song, a YA thriller about a teen who can jump into other people's bodies, and more.
Rights Report: Week of November 27, 2023

| 11/28/2023 @ 02:00PM

New deals for EricaRidley, Alex Travis, Taylor Grothe, Lili Wilkinson, and others.
Rights Report: Week of November 20, 2023

| 11/21/2023 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Dwayne Reed, Shamar Knight-Justice), Charlene Rocha, Mary Beth Leatherdale, and others.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of November 27, 2023

| 11/21/2023 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book from a Pulitzer Prize winner and her daughter, a nonfiction book about different functions of the brain, a YA debut featuring an Arthurian fake dating scheme, and more.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of November 20, 2023

| 11/16/2023 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about acclimating to a new city, a middle grade graphic novel about friends fighting for freedom of speech, a YA coming-of-age novel following the love lives of queer teens, and more.
Just Announced: 'I’m Proud of You' by Craig Melvin

By Iyana Jones | 11/14/2023 @ 03:00PM

HarperCollins has announced the forthcoming children’s book debut from NBC News’ 'Today' news anchor Craig Melvin; 'I’m Proud of You,' illustrated by Sawyer Cloud, will publish on May 7, 2024, from Quill Tree Books.
Rights Report: Week of November 13, 2023

| 11/14/2023 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Briana Johnson, Charlotte Lillie Balogh, Kat Ellis, Christy Mandin, and others.
New and Noteworthy Children's and YA Books: November 2023

| 11/13/2023 @ 09:00AM

No need to fear, November books are here! Highlights include a chapter book about new residents in a San Francisco apartment house, a middle grade tale of free speech, a YA romance debut within the competitive chess circuit, and more.
Innovative Projects Gain STEAM in Children's Publishing

By Shannon Maughan | 11/10/2023 @ 07:00PM

We took a look at a number of new children’s books and publishing partnerships that spotlight problem-solving and science.
Are Early Readers Even Accessible for New Readers?

By Melissa Taylor | 11/09/2023 @ 04:00PM

Blogger and children's book expert Melissa Taylor looks at the ways that many early readers are falling short of teaching essential literacy skills.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of November 13, 2023

| 11/09/2023 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book biography about a celebrated children's book creator, a middle grade exploration of asexuality, and a YA debut following the rise and potential fall of a relationship between two Black teens.
Noteworthy Picture Book and Novel Sequels: November 2023

Compiled by Iyana Jones | 11/09/2023 @ 02:00PM

Young readers are sure to fall for new series additions and sequels, including a graphic novel following a kitty’s investigation, a wintry tale of war, a long awaited return to a universe of dragon riders, and more.
Rights Report: Week of November 6, 2023

| 11/07/2023 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Farah Heron, Alison Ames, Nicole Melleby, and others.
What’s the Buzz?: 'The Way I Am Now' by Amber Smith

By Iyana Jones | 11/02/2023 @ 03:00PM

Amber Smith centers the complex healing process and evolution of a promising relationship in 'The Way I Am Now,' the follow-up to her #BookTok darling 'The Way I Used to Be.'
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of November 6, 2023

| 11/02/2023 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a child dedicated to keeping a garden against all odds, a graphic novel tracing the budding friendship between two telepaths, a YA thriller about a deadly K-pop competition, and more.
Rights Report: Week of October 30, 2023

| 10/31/2023 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Rachel Reiss, Kalynn Bayron, K.L. Walther, Erin Moonyeen Haley, and others.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of October 30, 2023

| 10/26/2023 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book biography about a Chinese artist, a graphic novel adaptation of an award-winning novel about sexual assault, a YA fantasy about a witch and pirate duo attempting to escape an island, and more.
Rights Report: Week of October 23, 2023

| 10/24/2023 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Amber Clement, Chan Chau, Lamar Giles, and others.
New and Noteworthy Children's and YA Books: October 2023

| 10/23/2023 @ 09:00AM

As the weather cools down, cozy up with new books out this month, including a middle grade novel set in 1970s Brooklyn, a chapter book about an investigating duck’s first big case, a nonfiction work highlighting the variety of brain functions, and many more.
Noteworthy Picture Book and Novel Sequels: October 2023

Compiled by Iyana Jones | 10/19/2023 @ 02:00PM

Although it may be the season for tricks, young readers can enjoy new sequels and series additions as a treat. A busy bee plans a birthday party, a family takes a trip to Florida, a town’s ghost population mysteriously dwindles, and more in the big sequels out this month.

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