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Moving On Up: Going Bananas for 'Rumple Buttercup'

By Shannon Maughan | 05/02/2019 @ 04:00PM

We spoke with 'Criminal Minds' star Matthew Gray Gubler about the success of his debut children's book, an illustrated fable about a lonely and self-conscious green monster.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of May 6, 2019

| 05/02/2019 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about overheated animals in the grasslands, a middle grade novel about a daughter searching for constancy, and a YA novel about a young woman growing into her talents.
The Baby-Sitters Club Spawns More Graphic Novels Aimed at Younger Readers

By Pamela Brill | 04/30/2019 @ 03:00PM

A popular children’s book brand is getting ready to welcome a new member to its family.
Rights Report: Week of April 29, 2019

| 04/30/2019 @ 02:00PM

New deals announced for Cath Crowley, Simmone Howell, Fiona Wood, and more.
Controversial YA Novel Pulled by Author to Be Published This Fall

By Claire Kirch | 04/29/2019 @ 05:00PM

Random House announced on Monday that its Delacorte Press imprint will release a revised edition of 'Blood Heir' by Amélie Wen Zhao on November 19.
Leonard S. Marcus on the Origins of Children’s Book Week

By Emma Kantor | 04/29/2019 @ 11:00AM

We spoke with historian Leonard S. Marcus, author of '100 Years of Children’s Book Week Posters,' about the history and evolution of Book Week, and its impact on the children’s publishing landscape.
Noteworthy Picture Book Sequels: April 2019

| 04/25/2019 @ 03:00PM

Picture book sequels this month include familiar characters on outdoor adventures, uplifting words of guidance, and the return of a monkey protagonist.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of April 29, 2019

| 04/25/2019 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about made-up animals, a middle grade novel in which a girl heals while in foster care, and a YA novel about a teen whose inspiration for her relationship column fades after a breakup.
Third Annual Dewdney Award Winners Announced

By Gilcy Aquino | 04/23/2019 @ 04:00PM

'The Rabbit Listened,' written and illustrated by Cori Doerrfeld, has won the third annual Anna Dewdney Read Together Award, given by Penguin Young Readers, the Children's Book Council, and Every Child a Reader.
Noteworthy Graphic Novel Sequels: Spring 2019

| 04/23/2019 @ 03:00PM

New and forthcoming graphic novel sequels feature fantastical voyages, mysteries, space adventures, wild weather, summer camp excursions, and Greek myths.
Rights Report: Week of April 22, 2019

| 04/23/2019 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Maria Ingrande Mora, Elana K. Arnold, Daka Hermon, and others.
Noteworthy Novel Sequels: April 2019

| 04/18/2019 @ 03:00PM

This month, middle grade and YA novel sequels include historical and fantastical adventure stories, space operas, unusual pets, and fairy tales with a twist.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of April 22, 2019

| 04/18/2019 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a mouse who drives a car, a middle grade series opener about a girl detective, and a folkloric tale about a boy and a giant.
Cover Reveal: NPR Host Scott Simon Looks for a New Audience

By Sue Corbett | 04/16/2019 @ 04:00PM

The voice of Scott Simon can be heard every Saturday morning on NPR's 'Weekend Edition' and, come January, the host will also share his storytelling talents with a younger audience: 'Sunnyside Plaza,' Simon's debut middle grade novel, will be published by Little, Brown on January 21, 2020.
Rights Report: Week of April 15, 2019

| 04/16/2019 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Suzanne Park, Tom Ryan, Sonia Hartl, and others.
2019 Middle Grade Spotlight: An Annotated Booklist

By Shannon Maughan | 04/12/2019 @ 07:00PM

Our curated list offers a look at some of this year’s middle grade books that feature a growing range of voices and formats.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of April 15, 2019

| 04/11/2019 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a standing cat, a middle grade novel about a budding artist, and an instructional book for competitive high-fivers.
Rights Report: Week of April 8, 2019

| 04/09/2019 @ 02:00PM

New deals for M.T. Anderson, Jo Rioux, SA Patel, and others.
Rights Report: Week of April 1, 2019

| 04/03/2019 @ 04:00PM

New deals for Caroline O'Donoghue, Francina Simone, Brandy Colbert, and others.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of April 8, 2019

| 04/02/2019 @ 11:00AM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a fox observing the seasons, a nonfiction book about trees, and a YA collaboration set in a high fantasy world.

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