Reach Out and Read Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Thirty years after its launch, Reach Out and Read continues to stress the benefits of reading aloud to kids. more...What We Know About 2018 Graphic Novel Sales
It was a good year for comics, and the graphic novel market in 2018 was dominated by one category: kids'; and that category was dominated by just one series: Dav Pilkey's Dog Man. more...Q & A with Jonathan Stutzman and Heather Fox
Jonathan Stutzman and Heather Fox discuss their debut picture book, 'Llama Destroys the World,' which features a llama whose appetite for cake has serious repercussions for the fate of the universe. more...2019 TeenBookCon in Photos
More than 1,700 YA book lovers attended this year's TeenBookCon, which was held on March 30 in League City, Tex. more...The Netflix Literary Connection
The streaming service has been on a book acquisition spree over the past year, developing screen adaptations of dozens of novels, series, short story collections, and graphic novels, many of which are aimed at children and teens. more...Children's Books for Spring: All Our Coverage
Check out our comprehensive A-to-Z listings of publishers' spring offerings for kids and teens, and more, in our Spring Announcements issue. more...A Galaxy of Stories: Books for the Lunar Landing 50th Anniversary
Children’s publishers celebrate the moon landing and other feats, both real and imagined, of space exploration. more...Fall 2019 Sneak Previews
Take a look ahead at some of the big titles for children and teens due out next fall, in our exclusive roundup. more...2018 Children's Bestsellers: Backlist Staples, Movie Tie-Ins, and More
Our 2018 Facts and Figures compilation of children's bestsellers includes a wide variety of titles, dominated by classic and contemporary series, graphic novels, movie tie-ins, and beloved picture books. more...Flying Starts
We spotlight six notable children’s and YA debuts from this past season, including picture books and graphic novels, teen adventures, and more.. more...-
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Q & A with Jonathan Stutzman and Heather Fox
Jonathan Stutzman and Heather Fox discuss their debut picture book, 'Llama Destroys the World,' which features a llama whose appetite for cake has serious repercussions for the fate of the universe.
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Industry News
2019 TeenBookCon in Photos
More than 1,700 YA book lovers attended this year's TeenBookCon, which was held on March 30 in League City, Tex.
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Noteworthy Novel Sequels: April 2019
This month, middle grade and YA novel sequels include historical and fantastical adventure stories, space operas, unusual pets, and fairy tales with a twist.
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In Brief: April 18, 2019
This week, Oge Mora receives an Ezra Jack Keats Award; Neal Porter reflects on 40 years in publishing; Cassandra Clare and Wesley Chu come out of the shadows; Mercy Watson makes an appearance; and a Boston Marathon legend celebrates a new picture book about her run.
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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of April 22, 2019
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a mouse who drives a car, a middle grade series opener about a girl detective, and a folkloric tale about a boy and a giant.
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Cover Reveal: NPR Host Scott Simon Looks for a New Audience
The voice of Scott Simon can be heard every Saturday morning on NPR's 'Weekend Edition' and, come January, the host will also share his storytelling talents with a younger audience: 'Sunnyside Plaza,' Simon's debut middle grade novel, will be published by Little, Brown on January 21, 2020.
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Centennial Celebration of Children's Book Week Underway
Numerous participants, partnerships, and interactive opportunities are in the works for the 100th anniversary of Children's Book Week.
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Q & A with Hafsah Faizal
PW spoke with Hafsah Faizal about the inspiration behind 'We Hunt the Flame,' and her journey from blogger to influencer to debut author after finding an agent via #DVPit.
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Donations Help Rebuild Libraries in Paradise, Calif.
To support the community of Paradise, Calif., which was devastated by wildfire last November, children's author Lee Wardlaw delivered more than 5,300 books donated by more than 240 authors, readers, librarians, and publishing professionals.
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KidLit TV Celebrates Children's Book Week 2019
KidLit TV, a producer of resources for parents, teachers and librarians, has partnered with the Children's Book Council and Every Child a Reader to release 100 "Creator Corner" videos, in honor of the 100th anniversary of Children's Book Week.
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.