Lori Benton to Head Children’s Publishing Program at Abrams
Benton has left Scholastic after 14 years as VP and group publisher to head the children’s publishing program at Abrams, the publisher of Jeff Kinney’s bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. more...
Sourcebooks Inks Deal with Indie Author Diane Alber
An author-illustrator who has self-published dozens of children’s books that use humor to ignite kids’ interest in making art and to help them develop life skills has partnered with Sourcebooks on a multi-pronged publishing deal. more...
Longtime Teacher Shares a Lesson in Inclusion in Debut Picture Book
Dan Gill taught middle school social studies for more than five decades. In his picture book debut, Gill draws from a childhood encounter with racism that inspired him to set aside an empty chair in his classroom as a sign of welcoming everyone. Here, the author reflects on how his story and this symbolic gesture have helped spread a message of inclusion. more...
Licensing Hotline: June 26, 2025
Read on for news about publishing programs for two PBS Kids shows focused on computational thinking, MIT Kids’ 'Work It Out Wombats!' and Paw Prints’ 'Lyla in the Loop'; a STEM-based graphic novel introducing the Spark Universe, from Andrews & McMeel; Michaelson Entertainment’s pro sports-licensed board books; a look at Random House’s Richard Scarry licensing program five years in; and more. more...
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of June 30, 2025
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a girl’s transformation into a walking garden, a middle grade mystery debut from a YA writer, a teen fantasy about a wedding to a god gone wrong, and more. more...
In Brief: June 26, 2025
Recently an author celebrated a book launch, middle grade fantasy writers came together for a release, an author-illustrator attended an exhibition opening showcasing her work, an author’s team showed up in support of a launch, an author donned a costume for her release event, and an author attended a luncheon. more...
Pride Month 2025: To Be Young, Black, Queer, and Falling in Love
Love is in the air, and on the shelves this year, with several new Black queer love stories taking center stage. We spoke with six YA authors whose new novels show how there are no limitations on where Black queer love can blossom. more...
PW Summer Reads 2025
For young readers settling into back seats, beach blankets, or park benches, our editors' summer picks include transporting picture books, travel-oriented middle grade, and thrilling YA tellings. MORE
2025 YA Trends: Bouncing Between the Dark and Light
A survey of upcoming titles shows a mix of genres and tones for our current moment—from vacation romances to dark academia and high-stakes heists. more...
Turning the Tide on Middle Grade Books
Movers and shakers behind five newish imprints are aiming to turn the tide on sales in the middle grade category. more...
Children's Books for Spring 2025: All Our Coverage
Our spring 2025 Children’s Preview issue includes a look at the shifting social media landscape, our comprehensive A–Z listings of forthcoming children’s and YA titles, and more. more...
Fall 2025 Sneak Previews
See highlights of the children's and YA titles due out next season—including highly anticipated debuts, follow-ups to bestselling novels, and collaborations between favorite authors and illustrators—in our exclusive roundup. more...
2024 Children's Bestsellers: Graphic Novels, YA Sequels, and Old Favorites Chart High
Our 2024 Facts and Figures compilation of children’s and YA bestsellers includes a wide variety of titles, dominated by middle grade graphic novel series, YA thrillers and romance, and evergreen picture book favorites. more...
Where Is the Kid Lit Community Online?
As social media communities splinter, authors and publishers wonder where their next digital water cooler will be. more...
Children’s Editors on the Worst Places They Were Ever Pitched
We asked editors about the most unusual and unexpected places they’ve been pitched a children’s book. more...-
Book NewsSourcebooks Inks Deal with Indie Author Diane Alber
An author-illustrator who has self-published dozens of children’s books that use humor to ignite kids’ interest in making art and to help them develop life skills has partnered with Sourcebooks on a multi-pronged publishing deal.
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Industry News
Licensing Hotline: June 26, 2025
Read on for news about publishing programs for two PBS Kids shows focused on computational thinking, MIT Kids’ 'Work It Out Wombats!' and Paw Prints’ 'Lyla in the Loop'; a STEM-based graphic novel introducing the Spark Universe, from Andrews & McMeel; Michaelson Entertainment’s pro sports-licensed board books; a look at Random House’s Richard Scarry licensing program five years in; and more.
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Authors
Longtime Teacher Shares a Lesson in Inclusion in Debut Picture Book
Dan Gill taught middle school social studies for more than five decades. In his picture book debut, Gill draws from a childhood encounter with racism that inspired him to set aside an empty chair in his classroom as a sign of welcoming everyone. Here, the author reflects on how his story and this symbolic gesture have helped spread a message of inclusion.
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Industry News
In Brief: June 26, 2025
Recently an author celebrated a book launch, middle grade fantasy writers came together for a release, an author-illustrator attended an exhibition opening showcasing her work, an author’s team showed up in support of a launch, an author donned a costume for her release event, and an author attended a luncheon.
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Book News
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of June 30, 2025
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a girl’s transformation into a walking garden, a middle grade mystery debut from a YA writer, a teen fantasy about a wedding to a god gone wrong, and more.
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Industry News
Lori Benton to Head Children’s Publishing Program at Abrams
Benton has left Scholastic after 14 years as VP and group publisher to head the children’s publishing program at Abrams, the publisher of Jeff Kinney’s bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.
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Industry News
Pride Month 2025: To Be Young, Black, Queer, and Falling in Love
Love is in the air, and on the shelves this year, with several new Black queer love stories taking center stage. We spoke with six YA authors whose new novels show how there are no limitations on where Black queer love can blossom.
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Industry News
Children's Institute 2025: A Photo Essay
Booksellers, authors, and exhibitors talked shop and partied at Children’s Institute 2025 in Portland, Ore., June 11–14. In this collection of photos, PW and participating publishers share some memorable moments from the show.
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Industry News
2025 Beijing Book Fair: Slow but Steady Recovery of Children’s Market
“Pretty good,” “flat,” and “selling well” were some of the phrases used by the exhibitors that PW spoke with to describe the Chinese children’s book market during the 31st Beijing International Book Fair, which concluded its five-day run on June 22.
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Book News
Noteworthy Picture Book and Novel Sequels: June 2025
Summer is heating up but readers can “chill” with their favorite characters in new installments to series, including a picture book featuring a best friend trying to stop a hungry creature, a graphic novel about an attempt to go viral gone wrong, a YA heist novel, and more.
