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In Brief: June 9, 2022
This month, authors make many media appearances, including Trevor Noah's 'The Daily Show'; an author-illustrator showcases live drawing; and authors celebrate their debuts with launch events in New York City.
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Authors, Publishers Provide Books and Hope to Uvalde Children
Author e.E. Charlton-Trujillo has organized a book drive for the children of Uvalde, Tex., where 19 children and two adults were killed at the Robb Elementary School shooting last month.
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Children's Institute 2022: Bookselling in Arizona
The Grand Canyon State is marked by diverse bookstores, with many appealing to bilingual readers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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Children’s Institute Turns 10
Excitement has been building for 2022’s Children’s Institute in Phoenix, taking place June 20–22, especially after the previous two conferences were forced to move online due to high Covid rates.
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On Tour with Xiran Jay Zhao
Last month, author and YouTube cosplay sensation Xiran Jay Zhao took their debut middle grade novel 'Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor' on tour for a chance to connect with audiences.
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In Brief: June 2, 2022
This month, meet-and-greets go mobile; authors hold book launches; a book festival connects authors and readers; and author-illustrator pairs unite for new releases.
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Children's Job Moves: May 2022
Job moves in children's publishing during May 2022.
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Amid Uvalde’s Heartbreak, Authors Gather to Support Teachers
Reeling from the mass shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Tex., literacy specialist Kylene Beers emailed four friends to help process the devastating situation, and they swiftly coordinated a free panel in support of heartbroken teachers.
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Efforts for Ukrainian Publishers, Refugee Children Expand
In the months since Russia invaded Ukraine, the international publishing community has come together with a number of initiatives aimed at offering support to children's authors, publishers, and aid organizations; here, we continue to cover these efforts.
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Eric Carle Museum Rolls Out 20th Anniversary Plans
Co-founded by Eric Carle and his wife Barbara in 2002, the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art is gearing up to launch six months' worth of anniversary events.
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Children's Publishing Relief Efforts for Ukraine
In the months since Russia invaded Ukraine, the international publishing community has come together with a number of initiatives aimed at offering support to children's authors, publishers, and aid organizations. Here, we continue to cover these ongoing efforts.
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Elizabeth Whiting to Succeed Alan Smagler at Scholastic
Elizabeth Whiting has been promoted to v-p of trade sales at Scholastic Trade Publishing, effective June 1, succeeding Alan Smagler, who will transition to a consulting role.
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Cherry Lake Buys Tilbury House
Cherry Lake Publishing Group has acquired Tilbury House Publishers, the children’s publishing division of WordSplice Studio.
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Kids’ 'Epic' Reading Habits
Digital reading app Epic has released its second annual Read All About It report about the state of kids’ reading.
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Rosen Publishing, 'Scientific American' Launch Children's/YA Imprint
Students interested in exploring in-depth science topics will soon have a new set of resources. The Rosen Publishing Group and 'Scientific American' magazine have joined forces to create a new publishing brand: Scientific American Educational Publishing.
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Kid Lit Authors Petition Congress to Condemn Book Banning
At Thursday's Civil Rights and Civil Liberties subcommittee hearing, chair Jamie Raskin introduced into record a letter drafted by Newbery Honor author Christina Soontornvat, along with fellow authors Phil Bildner, Alex London, and Ellen Oh.
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Margaret Quinlin to Helm New Peachtree Imprint
For more than three decades, Peachtree has been the publishing home of Margaret Quinlin, who is now stepping down as president and publisher to establish an eponymous imprint, Margaret Quinlin Books.
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In Brief: May 19, 2022
This month authors had presidential run-ins; a drag queen author tours the country; and a debut release is celebrated online.
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Obituary: Jim Murphy
Award-winning children's book author Jim Murphy, best known for his carefully researched nonfiction documenting dramatic events in history, died suddenly on May 1; he was 74.
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Scholastic Takes 'Alma's Way'
Scholastic has been named the global master publishing partner for 'Alma's Way,' the animated TV series created by Sonia Manzano, the actor best known as Maria on 'Sesame Street.'



