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SCBWI Scopes Out Book Trends

By Nathalie op de Beeck | 10/12/2023 @ 04:00PM

Author and consultant Deborah Halverson (l.) recently gave a virtual workshop on the “State of the Children’s Publishing Market” for members of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators.
CBC Panel Considers Censorship from Kids' Perspectives

By Nathalie op de Beeck | 10/12/2023 @ 04:00PM

In a virtual panel titled "Keep Bans Off Our Books," the Children's Book Council examined not only how adults target kids' books, but how young people themselves respond to censorship efforts.
Obituary: Janet Taylor Lisle

By Shannon Maughan | 10/12/2023 @ 03:00PM

Acclaimed children's author Janet Taylor Lisle, lauded for her novels featuring complex characters in stories blending everyday life with elements of mystery and magic, died on October 5 in Boston. She was 76.
2023 Brooklyn Book Festival Children's Highlights

Compiled by Diane Roback | 10/12/2023 @ 03:00PM

A steady rain couldn't dampen the spirits of attendees of the Brooklyn Book Festival's Children's Day, held in downtown Brooklyn on Saturday, September 30; events included panels for readers of varying ages, read-alouds, activities, and publisher tents for guests to acquire new books.
Obituary: Eve Bunting

By Shannon Maughan | 10/12/2023 @ 03:00PM

Award-winning, versatile, and prolific children's author Eve Bunting died on October 1 in Santa Cruz, Calif. She was 94.
MPIBA FallCon 2023: Children's Keynote Authors, Illustrators Set Optimistic Tone

By Claire Kirch | 10/12/2023 @ 03:00PM

Indie booksellers gathered in Denver last week for the Mountains & Plains Independent Association’s FallCon, which kicked off with a lively Children’s Author and Illustrator Breakfast.
After First-Ever Fall Event, Toy Fair Set to Relocate to New Orleans

By Karen Raugust | 10/12/2023 @ 03:00PM

This year's Toy Fair, held at the Javits Center in New York City from September 30 to October 3 marked the first Toy Fair since the pre-pandemic show of 2020.
In Brief: October 12, 2023

| 10/12/2023 @ 02:00PM

Recently an actor joined an author for a conversation; an author brought along dogs to an event; writers came together for an annual book festival; and critique partners and authors spoke at an event.
Diverse Books for All Coalition Commits to Action

By Shannon Maughan | 10/10/2023 @ 09:30AM

Roughly a year after its launch, the Diverse Books for All Coalition—a consortium of more than 40 nonprofits and member organizations founded by First Book—has taken major steps toward its mission of providing communities in need with increased access to diverse children’s books.
Macmillan Unwraps Charity Effort for Eoin Colfer's Holiday Novel

By Shannon Maughan | 10/05/2023 @ 04:00PM

Macmillan is launching a charitable campaign for the release of Eoin Colfer's new Christmas novel to support unhoused families.
2023 Chappaqua Children's Book Festival in Photos

Compiled by Iyana Jones | 10/05/2023 @ 03:00PM

An estimated 175 authors and 9,000 attendees gathered for book signings and storytime readings at the 10th annual Chappaqua Children's Book Festival in Chappaqua, N.Y., on September 30.
In Brief: October 5, 2023

| 10/05/2023 @ 02:00PM

Recently students performed a piece inspired by a new book; award-winning creators spoke about their collaboration; an author appeared in conversation with her editor; a library held a book festival; a middle grade author celebrated a new release; and an illustrator discussed her feline picture book.
Organizations Line Up Speakers and Demonstrations for Banned Books Week 2023

By Nathalie op de Beeck | 10/03/2023 @ 04:00PM

Banned Books Week offers the chance to catch up on the issues and the grassroots actions under way in support of reading and writing.
At CALIBA, a Variety of Voices in Children's Books

By Nathalie op de Beeck | 10/03/2023 @ 03:00PM

Children’s authors and booksellers gathered at the California Independent Booksellers Alliance Fall Fest to discuss their favorites of the season, pushing conventional boundaries, and the importance of intersectional and diverse representation.
Children's Job Moves: September 2023

| 10/03/2023 @ 02:00PM

Job moves in children's publishing during September 2023.
Finalists for 2023 NBA in Young People's Literature Announced

By Emma Kantor | 10/03/2023 @ 10:15AM

The National Book Foundation has revealed the five finalists for the 2023 National Book Award for Young People's Literature.
Obituary: Ed Young

By Shannon Maughan | 10/03/2023 @ 10:00AM

Caldecott Medalist Ed Young, best known for his reinterpretations of folktales and legends from his native China, died September 29. He was 91.
Obituary: Echo Brown

By Shannon Maughan | 09/28/2023 @ 04:00PM

Author and performer Echo Brown, widely praised for her genre-fluid YA novels that blend memoir and magical realism, died September 16 from renal failure. She was 39.
In Brief: September 28, 2023

| 09/28/2023 @ 02:00PM

Recently authors met some furry friends at an event; a series celebrated its 25th anniversary; influencers spent an evening with an author; a mother-son duo launched a book; an author made his debut; and fans of a classic children's book gathered for the unveiling of a sculpture.
Authors Raise $100K for Levine Querido

By Claire Kirch | 09/26/2023 @ 04:00PM

Earlier this month, a group calling itself Friends 4 Levine Querido raised almost $110,000 during a 10-day online auction held September 3–13, with the proceeds benefiting indie children's publisher Levine Querido.

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