Elizabeth Acevedo Wins 2018 NBA for Young People's Literature
Upon receiving this year's National Book Award for Young People's Literature for her novel-in-verse, 'The Poet X,' Elizabeth Acevedo said, "Every single time I meet a reader who looks at me and says, ‘I have never seen my story until I read yours,’ I am reminded of why this matters." more...
2018 National Book Awards for Young People's Literature in Photos
On November 14, members of the book publishing community gathered at Cipriani Wall Street in lower Manhattan for the 69th National Book Awards. more...
Emma Ledbetter Joins Abrams Children's Books
Emma Ledbetter will be joining Abrams as editorial director, picture books, effective November 26. more...
Adam Rubin and Daniel Salmieri Hit Upon Interactivity for Their Next Book
We spoke with author Adam Rubin and illustrator Daniel Salmieri, the collaborators behind the bestselling 'Dragons Love Tacos' and its sequel, about their forthcoming picture book comedy, 'High Five,' due out next April; click through to see our exclusive cover reveal. more...
On Tour with Markus Zusak
Last month, Australian author Markus Zusak set out on a U.S. tour in celebration of the release of his new YA novel 'Bridge of Clay,' the highly anticipated follow-up to his 2006 novel, 'The Book Thief.' more...
Best Books 2018
Publishers Weekly’s selections for the top 50 children's and YA books of the year: picture books and graphic novels, fiction and nonfiction, debuts and bestsellers for readers of all ages. more...
Teen Lit Reflects a Wider World
We asked a number of literary agents about the developments they’re seeing in YA content—from diverse contemporary rom-coms to stories tackling timely issues—and predictions for future growth in the category. more...
Spring 2019 Sneak Previews
Our exclusive look at some of the noteworthy children's and YA books due out next season. more...
Spotlight on Middle Grade Books
We take a closer look at the ever-shifting and expanding middle grade category, including some of the latest developments in fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, and more. more...
What Authors and Editors Wish They Could Say to One Another
10 things that authors wish their editors knew, and 10 things that editors wish their authors knew. more...-
Industry NewsEmma Ledbetter Joins Abrams Children's Books
Emma Ledbetter will be joining Abrams as editorial director, picture books, effective November 26.
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Authors
Q & A with Traci Chee
Traci Chee spoke with PW about worldbuilding and the final book in her Sea of Ink and Gold series, 'The Storyteller.'
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Industry News
Elizabeth Acevedo Wins 2018 NBA for Young People's Literature
Upon receiving this year's National Book Award for Young People's Literature for her novel-in-verse, 'The Poet X,' Elizabeth Acevedo said, "Every single time I meet a reader who looks at me and says, ‘I have never seen my story until I read yours,’ I am reminded of why this matters."
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Industry News
2018 National Book Awards for Young People's Literature in Photos
On November 14, members of the book publishing community gathered at Cipriani Wall Street in lower Manhattan for the 69th National Book Awards.
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Industry News
In Brief: November 15, 2018
This week, Jarrett J. Krosoczka and Jack Gantos share a stage; Elizabeth Verdick's characters are in tow; YA authors speak at the Portland Book Festival; and Sarai Gonzalez returns to her old school as a published author.
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Book News
Adam Rubin and Daniel Salmieri Hit Upon Interactivity for Their Next Book
We spoke with author Adam Rubin and illustrator Daniel Salmieri, the collaborators behind the bestselling 'Dragons Love Tacos' and its sequel, about their forthcoming picture book comedy, 'High Five,' due out next April; click through to see our exclusive cover reveal.
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Industry News
Literacy Spotlight: Children's Literacy Foundation
We take a look inside the Children’s Literacy Foundation, which serves communities across rural Vermont and New Hampshire, with the goal of instilling a love of reading and writing in young people.
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Authors
On Tour with Markus Zusak
Last month, Australian author Markus Zusak set out on a U.S. tour in celebration of the release of his new YA novel 'Bridge of Clay,' the highly anticipated follow-up to his 2006 novel, 'The Book Thief.'
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Industry News
100th Anniversary Plans for Children's Book Week Kick into High Gear
In anticipation of the centennial observance of Children's Book Week, the Children's Book Council and Every Child a Reader have begun to lay out plans for a year-long campaign to commemorate the national literacy initiative.
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Industry News
Peachtree Publishers Acquired by Trustbridge
Peachtree Publishers has announced that Trustbridge Global Media has acquired the Atlanta-based children's publishing company, as of November 7.
PW KidsCast: A Conversation with Katie Green
British author-illustrator Katie Green discusses her graphic memoir ‘Lighter Than My Shadow,’ which traces her long struggle with and recovery from anorexia, as well as why telling the story visually was so important.
