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Andie Krawczyk Joins NorthSouth as Managing Director
Krawczyk will join NorthSouth Books in the dual role of managing director and sales and marketing director.
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Eggers, Harrison, King Win 2024 Newbery, Caldecott, Printz Awards
The Youth Media Awards were announced January 22 during the ALA’s LibLearnX conference in Baltimore.
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Lerner Partners with Planetary Society on Science Books for Kids
Lerner Publishing Group is collaborating with the Planetary Society, helmed by science educator Bill Nye, on a new line of science books for young readers.
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Teachers, Librarians Share Their New Ideas for the New Year
We spoke with teachers and librarians about their plans for the year ahead, including innovative and inclusive concepts for curriculum building, collection development, and after-school activities.
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Obituary: Robie Harris
Children's author, educator, and free speech champion Robie Harris, best known for her stories about young children's powerful emotions and her frequently challenged and banned books on human sexuality, including 'It's Perfectly Normal,' died on January 6 at 83.
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Inaugural Eleanor Roosevelt Banned Book Awards Set for Next Month
On February 17, the Eleanor Roosevelt Center and the Fisher Center at Bard College will host the first-ever Eleanor Roosevelt Banned Book Awards; in addition, Judy Blume will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award for Bravery in Literature.
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2024 Hans Christian Andersen Award Shortlist Announced
The International Board on Books for Young People has announced the shortlist for the 2024 Hans Christian Andersen Awards.
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Jody Mosley to Head Children's Division at Chronicle Books
Jody Mosley will be joining Chronicle Books in the role of children's executive publishing director.
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Sophie Blackall Named 2024 Children's Book Week Poster Artist, Inaugural Spokesperson
Two-time Caldecott Medalist Sophie Blackall has been revealed as the poster artist and official spokesperson for the 2024 Children's Book Week.
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Obituary: Norman H. Finkelstein
Children's nonfiction author and former children's librarian Norman H. Finkelstein, best known for his works exploring aspects of the Jewish experience, died on January 5, following an unexpected illness. He was 82.
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In Brief: January 11, 2024
Recently, authors gave live drawing demonstrations; embarked on a festive book tour; and celebrated printing milestones.
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Benton Promoted at Scholastic Amid Organizational Changes
Lori Benton has been named v-p and publisher of Orchard Books, Scholastic Press picture books, Cartwheel, and Scholastic Audio, as of January 15.
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Now Streaming: 'My Life with the Walter Boys'
A decade after its initial release by Sourcebooks Fire, 'My Life with the Walter Boys,' a YA novel written by Ali Novak, has been adapted for the screen by Netflix and is an unexpected hit.
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Serving Neurodiverse Needs in the Library
PW spoke with three librarians about the ways they are making life less difficult for kids with learning differences and creating spaces that are truly welcoming for all.
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PEN America, Scholastic Partner to Support Banned Authors
PEN officials new investment from Scholastic will help the organization continue its “provision of rapid-response support for authors.”
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The Top 10 Children's and YA Stories of 2023
The controversies surrounding Scholastic Book Fairs' diverse books collection and the publisher's Rising Voices Library, and Cassandra Clare's record-breaking Kickstarter were among PW's most-clicked stories about kids' and YA books in 2023.
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Lerner Acquires Gecko Press
Lerner Publishing Group has acquired Wellington, New Zealand–based children’s book publisher Gecko Press. The acquisition involves approximately 200 titles, including 18 to 20 new titles planned for 2024.
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In Brief: December 14, 2023
Recently, the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature made an appearance in the Big Apple, an author held a launch event; co-authors presented their debut picture book inspired by a viral song; and an author-illustrator duo showcased their snowy protagonist in sunny California.
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U.S. Author Strikes a Chord with Series in China
A decade after traveling to China for a study abroad program, American-born author C.A. Scully now lives in Shanghai and has made a name for himself as the author of The Amazing Mind of Mikey, a bilingual adventure series for middle graders.
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Stopping the Staffing Slide at School Libraries
A recent study assesses school library staffing realities, shedding light on difficult decisions facing administrators.