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Rights Report: Week of May 3, 2021

| 05/04/2021 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Hailey Alcaraz, Karen M. McManus, Kerilynn Wilson, and others.
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, to Publish Debut Children's Book

By Cady Zeng | 05/04/2021 @ 11:00AM

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has written her first picture book, 'The Bench,' illustrated by Caldecott Honor artist Christian Robinson, to be published on June 8.
Cover Reveal: 'Stuntboy, In the Meantime'

By Claire Kirch | 04/29/2021 @ 04:00PM

We spoke with Jason Reynolds, the current National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, about what prompted him to write 'Stuntboy, In the Meantime,' a middle grade novel featuring illustrations by Raúl the Third.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of May 3, 2021

| 04/29/2021 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a Sikh daughter and daddy with matching hair, a middle grade novel about a Korean American family’s mythological powers, a YA novel about two teens on an NYC adventure, and more.
Children's and YA LGBTQ Books: Spring 2021

Compiled by Cady Zeng | 04/27/2021 @ 03:00PM

We've compiled a list of some new and noteworthy LGBTQ-themed books coming this spring and summer for children and teens.
Rights Report: Week of April 26, 2021

| 04/27/2021 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Sara Sharaf Beg, Jonny Garza Villa, Hanna Alkaf, Margaret Owen, and others.
New and Noteworthy Kids' and YA Books: April 2021

Compiled by Gilcy Aquino | 04/26/2021 @ 09:00AM

April showers bring new releases, including a celebration of the mother-child bond, the adventures of a luchador and his friends, a speculative tale about brotherly love, and many more.
Children's Books for Mother’s Day 2021

By PW Reviewers | 04/26/2021 @ 09:00AM

We've gathered a selection of titles for young readers—including celebratory board books, picture books, and keepsake collections—to enjoy with their families this Mother's Day.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of April 26, 2021

| 04/22/2021 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about an out-of-this-world pizza, a high fantasy middle grade novel that tackles big themes like grief, a YA novel about a teen who comes of age and contends with an awkward crush, and more.
Spring 2021 STEM and STEAM Activity Books for Kids and Teens

Compiled by Shannon Maughan | 04/20/2021 @ 03:00PM

We've compiled a list of some new and forthcoming books featuring hands-on activities with a STEM/STEAM focus.
Excerpt: 'Before They Were Artists: Famous Illustrators as Kids'

Compiled by Gilcy Aquino | 04/20/2021 @ 03:00PM

In her graphic novel anthology 'Before They Were Artists,' Elizabeth Haidle brings to life the childhood experiences of six legendary children's illustrators, capturing the early triumphs, failures, and inspirations that paved the way for their artistic careers.
Rights Report: Week of April 19, 2021

| 04/20/2021 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Michael Ralph, Nia Palmer, Laura Molnar, Andrea Hannah, and others.
Cover Reveal: 'Out of My Heart'

By Shannon Maughan | 04/15/2021 @ 04:00PM

In her 2010 novel 'Out of My Mind,' author Sharon Draper introduced readers to Melody Brooks, an 11-year-old girl with cerebral palsy; we spoke with Draper about continuing Melody's story more than a decade later, in 'Out of My Heart.'
Beyond Stereotypes: 2021 AAPI Books for Young Readers

Compiled by Gilcy Aquino | 04/15/2021 @ 03:00PM

We've collected some of the year’s new and forthcoming titles that celebrate AAPI experiences, strength, and resilience no matter the circumstance.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of April 19, 2021

| 04/15/2021 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a factory where alpacas prepare overnight bags for travelers, a middle grade novel inspired by Russian folklore, a YA novel about two theater-obsessed friends, and more.
Rights Report: Week of April 12, 2021

| 04/13/2021 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Sunya Mara, Molly Horton Booth, Stephanie Kate Strohm, Jamie Green, and others.
Noteworthy Picture Book and Novel Sequels: April 2021

Compiled by Gilcy Aquino | 04/13/2021 @ 02:00PM

Sequels hitting shelves this month include the return of a secret feline superhero, the finale of a popular chapter book series about best friends, an intergalactic adventure, and much more.
Rowling Returns with Holiday Tale

By Shannon Maughan | 04/13/2021 @ 09:30AM

Scholastic will publish Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling's original standalone story, 'The Christmas Pig,' on October 12, 2021 simultaneously in the U.S. and Canada.
Cover Reveal: 'Perfectly Pegasus' by Jessie Sima

By Sally Lodge | 04/08/2021 @ 04:00PM

Five years after Simon & Schuster released Jessie Sima's first picture book, 'Not Quite Narwhal,' the publisher will issue a companion title, 'Perfectly Pegasus,' next February.
Children's and YA Books on Consent and Boundaries

Compiled by Sara Grochowski | 04/08/2021 @ 03:00PM

We've gathered a list of recent and forthcoming titles that include opportunities for children and teens to better understand and navigate boundaries, sex, trauma, and more.

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