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Rights Report: Week of January 22, 2024
New deals for Sophia Hannan, Remy Lai, Brittany J. Thurman, H.M. Bouwman, and others.
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Noteworthy Picture Book and Novel Sequels: January 2024
Young readers can celebrate the new year with new stories for beloved characters, including a companion picture book about a dog's mistrust of a cat, a middle grade graphic novel about a tumultuous spring break, a YA fantasy trilogy closer about a trio on the verge of a war, and more.
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New and Noteworthy Children's and YA Books: January 2024
2024 gives readers a warm welcome with notable new titles for young readers out this month, including a picture book celebrating a New York neighborhood, an illustrated middle grade novel featuring a secret crime-fighting organization, a YA graphic novel about an all-or-nothing bargain on love, and more.
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Moving On Up: ‘Divine Rivals’ and ‘Ruthless Vows’ by Rebecca Ross
We spoke with Rebecca Ross, who’s riding high on a wave of bestsellerdom for her Letters of Enchantment romantasy duology, after the books struck a chord on BookTok.
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Rights Report: Week of January 15, 2024
New deals for Gayle Forman, Kelly Quindlen, Philippa Leathley, Barbara O'Connor, and others.
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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of January 22, 2024
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a companion picture book affirming one's heritage, a graphic novel series starter about a family of raccoons planning a heist, a queer YA romance with a theatrical twist, and more.
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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of January 15, 2024
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book exploring dance as a tool for resilience, a middle grade tale about a haunted attic, a YA retelling of the Medusa myth, and more.
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What’s the Buzz?: 'So Let Them Burn' by Kamilah Cole
Kamilah Cole spoke with us about the highs and lows of her path to publishing her YA fantasy debut, 'So Let Them Burn.'
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Rights Report: Week of January 8, 2024
New deals for A.S. King, Darcy Miller, Alexandra Diaz, Gigi Griffis, and others.
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Books for Young Readers Addressing Book Banning
It may be a new year but the issue of book banning is still as prevalent as ever, and authors are finding innovative ways to discuss the issue, with the audience it affects most: children and teens. We've rounded up a selection of recent and forthcoming titles that offer young readers insight into book censorship.
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Just Announced: 'When We Flew Away: A Novel of Anne Frank Before the Diary' by Alice Hoffman
Scholastic has announced the forthcoming publication of 'When We Flew Away: A Novel of Anne Frank Before the Diary,' a new book about Anne Frank by novelist Alice Hoffman.
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Rights Report: Week of January 1, 2024
New deals for Hilary McKay, Matt Rockefeller, Melissa Dassori, Amy Matsushita-Beal, and others.
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New Kids' and YA Books: Weeks of January 1 and January 8, 2024
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book celebrating a New York City community, a graphic novel about the risks of falling in love, a YA novel following a teen's experience facing her grief in nature, and more.
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Children's Publishers Choose Their Favorite Reads of 2023
We asked staffers at children's publishing houses to tell us about their favorite children's or YA book they read this year.
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A Roundup of 2023's Best Book Lists for Children and Teens
We've rounded up a number of publications' selections for Best Books of the Year for young readers.
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Rights Report: Week of December 18, 2023
New deals for Rachael Lippincott, Alyson Derrick, Alicia Jasinska, Corey Ann Haydu, and others.
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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of December 25, 2023
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a graphic novel series addition about a prank gone wrong, a picture book inspired by Toni Morrison's work, and a YA thriller about a girl with no memories.
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Noteworthy Children's Series Ending in 2023
Several popular series for children and teens closed the final chapter of their stories this season. We've rounded up series finales that marked the end of an era for readers who have grown up alongside beloved characters.
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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of December 18, 2023
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book featuring a naughty kitty's quest to find an Easter staple, a picture book following a monster's passionate campaign for its favorite holiday, and a graphic novel highlighting shifts in a queer couple's relationship.
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'What Do You Do with an Idea?' Author Kobi Yamada Acts on Lightbulb Moments
We spoke with Kobi Yamada, president and CEO of independent publisher Compendium and author of the popular picture book What Do You Do with an Idea? and its sequels, about the book's continued resonance 10 years after its debut.