Children's Publishers Embrace the Taylor Swift Factor
With demand for all things Taylor Swift still going strong, we took a look at a swath of new and forthcoming Swift-inspired children's book projects, including the exclusive announcement of two titles from Little, Brown. more...
A Middle School Book Club Makes Good Trouble, on a National Scale
Good Books Young Troublemakers, a book club for middle graders that highlights potentially controversial content, began as a local venture at Dog-Eared Books in Ames, Iowa. more...
Lerner Publishing to Release Ojibwe Books
Lerner Publishing Group and the Midwest Indigenous Immersion Network are partnering on a line of Ojibwe-language books for young readers targeting the school and library market. more...
2024 Los Angeles Times Book Festival in Photos
The Los Angeles Times Book Festival took place the weekend of April 20–21, gathering more than 550 writers, celebrities, and storytellers to discuss their books with eager readers; see highlights from the many children's and YA-related panels and signings. more...
Just Announced: 'Amazing Grapes' by Jules Feiffer
HarperCollins Publishers has announced the forthcoming publication of artist and writer Jules Feiffer's first graphic novel created for young readers; 'Amazing Grapes' is scheduled for publication on September 24 under the Michael di Capua Books imprint and will simultaneously release in the U.S. and Canada. more...
Four Questions for Tracy Wolff
Best known for her romantasy novels, author Tracy Wolff returns to the world of her bestselling YA fantasy series Crave in the spinoff 'Sweet Nightmare,' the first in the Calder Academy series. more...
In Brief: April 25, 2024
Recently, two actors came together to discuss an autobiographical picture book; an author had his first TV interview; middle grade authors gathered for an event; students welcomed a debut author; a month-long festival kicked off; and an editor and contributor met. more...
Summer Reads
Our annual compilation of summer picks for young readers includes bustling picture books and graphic novels, mesmerizing middle grade, and high-concept YA reads, all ready to crack open on a beach blanket or park bench. MORE
Children's Books for Spring 2024: All Our Coverage
Check out our comprehensive A-to-Z listings of publishers’ spring offerings for young readers beginning with an interview with our cover artist, Jessica Love. more...
What's Ahead for Kids' Books in 2024?
Few in children’s publishing were sorry to see the end of 2023, a year marred by skyrocketing book bans and softening sales. But publishers and agents foresee much to feel optimistic about in 2024—albeit with a few caveats. more...
Children’s Authors on Their Favorite Questions from Kids
We asked veteran children’s authors and illustrators to tell us their favorite questions they’ve been asked by young readers, and how they answered them. more...
2023 Children's Bestsellers: Standout Series, Spinoffs, and Staples
Our annual Facts and Figures compilation of children's and YA bestsellers includes a wide variety of titles, dominated by ever-expanding illustrated and graphic novel series and their spinoffs, YA movie tie-ins and sequels, and time-tested picture books. more...
Fall 2024 Sneak Previews
Take a look ahead at some of the big titles for children and teens due out this fall, in our exclusive roundup. more...
Where Should the Caldecott Sticker Go?
After the Caldecott Medal is bestowed, creative teams scramble to put the shining golden seal in the perfect cover spot. more...
Who Is YA For?
We spoke with editors about the category’s ever-shifting boundaries and widening appeal for today's readers. more...-
Book NewsChildren's Publishers Embrace the Taylor Swift Factor
With demand for all things Taylor Swift still going strong, we took a look at a swath of new and forthcoming Swift-inspired children's book projects, including the exclusive announcement of two titles from Little, Brown.
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Industry News
2024 Los Angeles Times Book Festival in Photos
The Los Angeles Times Book Festival took place the weekend of April 20–21, gathering more than 550 writers, celebrities, and storytellers to discuss their books with eager readers; see highlights from the many children's and YA-related panels and signings.
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Book News
Just Announced: 'Amazing Grapes' by Jules Feiffer
HarperCollins Publishers has announced the forthcoming publication of artist and writer Jules Feiffer's first graphic novel created for young readers; 'Amazing Grapes' is scheduled for publication on September 24 under the Michael di Capua Books imprint and will simultaneously release in the U.S. and Canada.
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Authors
Four Questions for Tracy Wolff
Best known for her romantasy novels, author Tracy Wolff returns to the world of her bestselling YA fantasy series Crave in the spinoff 'Sweet Nightmare,' the first in the Calder Academy series.
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Industry News
A Middle School Book Club Makes Good Trouble, on a National Scale
Good Books Young Troublemakers, a book club for middle graders that highlights potentially controversial content, began as a local venture at Dog-Eared Books in Ames, Iowa.
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Industry News
In Brief: April 25, 2024
Recently, two actors came together to discuss an autobiographical picture book; an author had his first TV interview; middle grade authors gathered for an event; students welcomed a debut author; a month-long festival kicked off; and an editor and contributor met.
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Book News
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of April 29, 2024
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about the relationship between a caretaker and child, a graphic novel uncovering a mastermind’s plans, a YA tale investigating the existence of an afterlife, and more.
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Industry News
Lerner Publishing to Release Ojibwe Books
Lerner Publishing Group and the Midwest Indigenous Immersion Network are partnering on a line of Ojibwe-language books for young readers targeting the school and library market.
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Authors
Q & A with Lauren Roberts
BookTokker and bestselling romantasy author Lauren Roberts's latest YA book 'Powerful' takes place during the events of her debut YA fantasy series launch 'Powerless,' which Simon & Schuster released in 2023 following its initial run as a self-published novel.
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Authors
Four Questions for Cleo Wade
In her new picture book, 'May You Love and Be Loved,' poet Cleo Wade combines hope-affirming wishes for life with whimsical pen, ink, and watercolor sketches—her first foray into illustrating.
