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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of September 30, 2019
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a Hawaiian hula dancer, a middle grade series launch set in the Land of Stories, and a collection of futuristic YA short stories.
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Kokila to Publish the Dalai Lama’s First Picture Book
Next March, Penguin Young Readers’ Kokila imprint will release ‘The Seed of Compassion,’ a picture book by the Dalai Lama about making the world a kinder place.
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Moving On Up: 'The 57 Bus' Takes Local Route to the Top
We spoke with author Dashka Slater and her editor, Joy Peskin, about what makes 'The 57 Bus' a compelling—and enduring—true-crime narrative for teens.
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Rights Report: Week of September 23, 2019
New deals for Adib Khorram, Rory Power, Stephan Lee, and others.
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PAPP International Works Outside the Margins
George Papp, president and CEO of the eponymous Canadian house, explains his company's unconventional, profitable path.
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Adult Authors Dominate Triangle Square's Fall List
The children's imprint's eighth season is notable in that five out of its six books are by authors primarily known for their adult work.
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Noteworthy Picture Book and Graphic Novel Sequels: October 2019
Picture book and graphic novel sequels hitting shelves next month include a field trip in outer space, a seek-and-find family adventure, a squirrel with superpowers, and more.
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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of September 23, 2019
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a child who wants a pet, a middle grade graphic novel adaptation of an award-winning novel, and a book of advice for teens.
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A Bounty of Picture Books from Oliver Jeffers
A look at Penguin Young Readers’ fall roster shows the creativity and versatility of author-illustrator Oliver Jeffers; the publisher has four titles by Jeffers scheduled for release.
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Noteworthy Novel Sequels: October 2019
Fiction sequels hitting shelves in October include a reimagined Elsa without an Anna, a Holy Grail turned baby dragon, and a return to familiar heroes 10 years later.
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Rights Report: Week of September 16, 2019
New deals for Ellen Oh, Peter Sís, Kate Prosswimmer, and others.
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Jon Klassen's Latest Solo Act
Author-illustrator Jon Klassen throws a turtle, an armadillo, and a snake—oh, and a boulder falling from above—into the mix in his latest picture-book comedy, 'The Rock from the Sky,' which Candlewick will publish in March 2021.
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Wimpy Kid Hits the Road, Goes Green
Author-illustrator Jeff Kinney is back this fall with 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Wrecking Ball,' book 14 in his mega-selling middle grade series; also this season, Kinney is touring with an interactive show and partnering with PepsiCo on a recycling program.
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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of September 16, 2019
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a dog who finds his forever home, a graphic novel about growing up, and a YA novel about a witchy teen.
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2019 Adult Books on Children's Lit
Grown-up readers passionate about children's literature will find these recent and upcoming adult titles a welcome addition to their shelves.
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Canadian First Graders Get Free Book in Plains Cree
This year, every first grade student in Canada will receive a copy of 'My Heart Fills with Happiness/sâkaskinêw nitêh miywêyihtamowin ohci,' a picture book by Monique Gray Smith, illustrated by Julie Flett, as part of the TD Grade One Book Giveaway.
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Rights Report: Week of September 9, 2019
New deals for Karla Cornejo Villavicencio, Elise Bryant, Dustin Thao, and others.
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Smith in the Country, Small in the City
We spoke with acclaimed artist Sydney Smith about his debut picture book as both author and illustrator.
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'New York Times' Editors Offer Advice on Raising Readers
Pamela Paul and Maria Russo's new book, 'How to Raise a Reader,' marries their profession with their passion for literacy.
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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of September 9, 2019
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about trucks constructing storms, a middle grade novel about the effect of WWII on an American family, and a YA novel about a girl and the monsters she confronts.
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