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PNBA Connects Booksellers and Kids' Authors

By Nathalie op de Beeck | 09/26/2023 @ 03:00PM

Of the 80 authors appearing at last week's Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association’s fall regional trade show in Portland, Ore., almost 30 were creators of picture books, middle grade, or young adult books.
A Farewell to Tomie dePaola

By Judith Rosen | 09/26/2023 @ 03:00PM

Over the course of four evenings earlier this month, more than 500 friends and family members of Tomie dePaola gathered for a celebration of the late children's author-illustrator, marking what would have been his 89th birthday.
Passports to Diversity: Educators and Students Travel the World Through Translated Texts

By Patricia J. Murphy | 09/25/2023 @ 09:00AM

In celebration of World Kid Lit Month, we spoke with three educators who are infusing their classrooms and libraries with books in translation to introduce their students to diverse cultures and global perspectives.
In Brief: September 21, 2023

| 09/21/2023 @ 02:00PM

Recently, an Academy Award–winning actor and her daughter talked about their new picture book; a bestselling author went on tour; mother-son collaborators gave a reading; and an author-illustrator duo held a launch event.
Children's Booksellers Anticipate Happy Holidays

By Claire Kirch and Nathalie op de Beeck | 09/14/2023 @ 05:00PM

In the run-up to the holiday season, we asked a number of booksellers about the children's and YA titles they expect to fly off their shelves, from publishers large and small.
L.A. Bookstore and Debut Author Collaborate to Help Trans Youth

By Claire Kirch | 09/14/2023 @ 03:00PM

Thanks to the generosity of the Ripped Bodice Bookstore in Los Angeles and its customers, three organizations serving trans and queer youth in states where LGBTQ rights are under attack will receive free copies of debut author Page Powars's YA novel, 'The Borrow a Boyfriend Club.'
The Little Press and One Little Earth Set Big Goals

By Nathalie op de Beeck | 09/14/2023 @ 03:00PM

The Little Press, an independent children's publisher based in Wood-Ridge, N.J., isn't quite as little anymore; this month the company will launch its first YA novel and has partnered with environmental nonprofit One Little Earth to add to its nature-themed offerings.
HarperCollins Launches Storytime YouTube Series

By Pamela Brill | 09/14/2023 @ 03:00PM

HarperCollins Children's Books is aiming to engage young readers with a new online platform.
In Brief: September 14, 2023

| 09/14/2023 @ 02:00PM

Recently a bookstore held its first book festival; a picture book character went on tour; graphic novelists discussed a new release; an author celebrated the continuation of a series; a father-son duo gave a reading; and an author-illustrator launched a new book.
2023 NBA Longlist for Young People's Literature Announced

By Emma Kantor | 09/13/2023 @ 10:15AM

The National Book Foundation has revealed the 2023 National Book Award longlist for Young People's Literature. The five finalists will be named on October 3, and the winner will be announced during the awards ceremony on November 15 in New York City.
Reading the Rainbow: DonorsChoose Debuts ColorPop Books

By Shannon Maughan | 09/12/2023 @ 02:00PM

ColorPop Books, an online shop selling curated bundles of books featuring diverse characters and creators for families, is launcing nationwide.
Fab Collabs: Educators Share Tips on Creative Collaborations

By Patricia J. Murphy | 09/11/2023 @ 09:00AM

We spoke with three educators about the "hows" and "whys" of their collaborative efforts and the far-reaching effects.
Children's Job Moves: August 2023

| 09/07/2023 @ 02:00PM

Job moves in children's publishing during August 2023.
In Brief: August 31, 2023

| 08/31/2023 @ 02:00PM

This month a publisher made her fiction debut; fans gathered for a book signing; middle grade authors offered writing advice; and collaborators headed to San Diego for a day of activities with young readers.
SCBWI Panelists Assess Children's Publishing Trends

By Nathalie op de Beeck | 08/24/2023 @ 04:00PM

Manuscript submissions and acquisitions, censorship, and book-industry myth-busting were under discussion during a recent panel on "The Current State of the Children's Publishing Industry."
2023 National Book Festival in Photos

Compiled by Diane Roback | 08/24/2023 @ 03:00PM

This year's National Book Festival took place on August 12 in Washington, D.C., and drew tens of thousands of visitors, including hordes of children's and YA book fans; click through for our roundup of photos of authors and illustrators.
In Brief: August 24, 2023

| 08/24/2023 @ 02:00PM

Recently, two award-winning authors met for the first time; horror was top of mind at a book event; athletes celebrated with books highlighting their sport; publishing professionals supported their authors; an author took her book event outdoors; and author-illustrator collaborators gave a demonstration.
Recharge, Revamp, Repeat

By Patricia J. Murphy | 08/21/2023 @ 09:00AM

We checked in with teachers and librarians about how they're gearing up to return to the classroom with renewed energy for the school year ahead.
Dhonielle Clayton Partners with WNDB for Nationwide Book Giveaway

By Iyana Jones | 08/17/2023 @ 03:00PM

Author Dhonielle Clayton is teaming up with nonprofit We Need Diverse Books and Macmillan to donate copies of her middle grade debut, 'The Marvellers,' and its forthcoming sequel to students across the nation.
Candlewick Celebrates a Quartet of 20th Anniversaries

By Pamela Brill | 08/17/2023 @ 03:00PM

This fall, the publisher will mark the 20th anniversary of several beloved books and series: Kate DiCamillo’s 'The Tale of Despereaux,' 'The Dot' by Peter H. Reynolds, the Emily Windsnap series by Liz Kessler, and the Dragonology series.

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