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New Patrick Ness Trilogy to Be Set in the 'Chaos Walking' World

By Joanne O’Sullivan | 09/24/2024 @ 12:00PM

Walker Books has acquired the New World trilogy by Patrick Ness, a new series set in the world of Ness's bestselling Chaos Walking world; the first book, 'Piper at the Gates of Dusk,' is set to publish in the U.S. and U.K. in spring 2026.
2024 Halloween Reads for Kids and Teens

Compiled by Iyana Jones | 09/23/2024 @ 09:00AM

It’s never too early to get into the Halloween spirit! Young readers can prepare for tricks and treats with books including a picture book featuring an innovative witch, a tale of friendship between a ghost and a human, a middle grade story following a tween’s rise to spooky royalty, and more.
Paul Zelinsky's Window Display Takes Center Stage at Books of Wonder

By Pamela Brill | 09/19/2024 @ 03:00PM

At Books of Wonder in New York City, the story behind Alex London’s picture book 'Still Life' is played out in a life-sized window display this month, designed by the book’s illustrator, Caldecott Medalist Paul O. Zelinsky.
On the Horizon: 2024–2025 Children's Books in Translation

Compiled by Emma Kantor | 09/19/2024 @ 03:00PM

Publishers shared some of the recent and forthcoming children's titles in translation they're especially proud to be bringing to U.S. readers, from thought-provoking picture books to YA fantasies and more.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of September 23, 2024

| 09/19/2024 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book debut from a YouTube star, a middle grade journey through a dystopian landscape, a YA mystery following an investigation that brings a cold case back to life, and more.
Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month Books for Young Readers 2024

Compiled by Iyana Jones | 09/17/2024 @ 03:00PM

Check out our roundup of new and recent books for young readers that highlight varying aspects of Hispanic and Latinx culture in honor of Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month (September 15 through October 15).
Rights Report: Week of September 16, 2024

| 09/16/2024 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Melissa de la Cruz, Adib Khorram, Romina Garber, and others.
Children’s Authors on the Real-World Cost of Book Banning

By Shannon Maughan | 09/16/2024 @ 06:00AM

Authors discuss how having their work targeted by censors has directly affected their livelihood and their well-being.
Surveying the Fall Season: Children's Booksellers Share Trends and Their Must-Have Titles

By Claire Kirch and Nathalie op de Beeck | 09/12/2024 @ 04:30PM

We asked children's booksellers and buyers their predictions for the fall titles they'll be selling well this season.
Cover Reveal: 'Anything' by Rebecca Stead

By Joanne O’Sullivan | 09/12/2024 @ 04:00PM

Newbery Medalist Rebecca Stead is poised to make her debut as a picture book author next spring with 'Anything,' the story of a girl adjusting to a big life change, illustrated by Gracey Zhang.
The Pigeon 'Graduates' to a New Book

By Joanne O’Sullivan | 09/12/2024 @ 03:00PM

Next spring, Mo Willems's Pigeon will face his ultimate academic test: graduating from school, in his 10th picture book outing, 'Will the Pigeon Graduate?'
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of September 16, 2024

| 09/12/2024 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about embracing extroverts and introverts alike, a graphic novel memoir about navigating life with an incarcerated parent, a YA thriller about a Black teen’s wish gone wrong, and more.
'That Curious Thing' About Chris Raschka’s New Middle Grade Book

By Libby Morse | 09/10/2024 @ 04:00PM

On the cover of Caldecott Medalist Chris Raschka’s new middle grade novel, 'That Curious Thing,' one element is conspicuous by its absence: a title. For Raschka’s longtime editor Michael di Capua, however, it’s actually a case of history repeating itself.
Fall 2024 Series Endings

Compiled by Iyana Jones | 09/10/2024 @ 03:00PM

It’s never easy to bid farewell to beloved characters. Check out our roundup of popular children’s and YA series ending this season.
Rights Report: Week of September 9, 2024

| 09/10/2024 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Candice Iloh, Randy Ribay, Isaac Blum, and others.
New and Noteworthy Children's and YA Books: September 2024

| 09/09/2024 @ 09:00AM

There are plenty of books for young reads to fall for this month, including a picture book celebrating natural hair, a kids’ graphic novel debut from a Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist, a YA novel about agency, and more.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of September 9, 2024

| 09/05/2024 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a girl's newfound love for pinecones, a realm-roving middle grade series starter, a graphic novel memoir highlighting a teen’s immigration to Hong Kong, and more.
Rights Report: Week of September 2, 2024

| 09/02/2024 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Soman Chainani, Samira Ahmed, Celeste Dador, and others.
Kamala Harris's Run for Presidency Inspires Crashed Picture Book

By Pooja Makhijani | 08/29/2024 @ 04:00PM

On July 21, President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race for the White House, and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. As these unprecedented events unfolded, creative collaborators and best friends Raakhee Mirchandani and Supriya Kelkar knew it was their moment, too.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of September 2, 2024

| 08/29/2024 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about hungry time travelers, a middle grade nonfiction work highlighting the Chilocco Indian Agricultural School, a YA Regency fantasy, and more.

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