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Scholastic Launches New Book Fair
Kids and families can get their hands on STEAM series and activities at Scholastic’s Discovery Fair, a new style of book fair for grades K–6.
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STEAM-Powered Books for Middle Graders
A slate of new series aim to tap into kids’ shifting interests—and perhaps spark the next generation of scientists, inventors, and explorers.
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Spotlight on Middle Grade STEAM Series: Spring 2026
We spoke with editors who are delivering high-interest books across a range of formats for young readers who are curious about STEAM.
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Festive Picture Books for Spring 2026
PW highlights a selection of picture books and board books that embrace the season and its myriad celebrations.
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Cover Reveal: S&S to Relaunch Two Judy Blume Classics
Long a prominent presence on the bookshelves of preteen readers, Judy Blume’s 'Just as Long as We’re Together' and its companion novel, 'Here’s to You, Rachel Robinson,' will soon have a new publisher and fresh covers, revealed here for the first time.
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New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of March 23, 2026
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book highlighting the centerpiece of a family’s home, a middle grade novel following a princess’s sudden rise to power, a YA debut about the impact of poetry, and more.
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Just Announced: ‘Lil Lizzo Meets Sasha B. Flootin’’ by Lizzo
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers has announced the forthcoming release of Grammy Award–winning songwriter and performer Lizzo’s debut picture book, 'Lil Lizzo Meets Sasha B. Flootin’,' illustrated by Mark Pett.
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Rights Report: Week of March 16, 2026
New deals for Eva Des Lauriers, Aislinn Brophy, Sharon Cameron, and others.
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Just Announced: ‘Empire’ by Sabaa Tahir
Penguin Young Readers has announced the forthcoming release of National Book Award and Printz Award winner Sabaa Tahir’s 'Empire,' closing out the duology that began with her YA fantasy novel 'Heir.'
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New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of March 16, 2026
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book from a beloved queer performer, a middle grade novel highlighting Indigenous history, a YA trilogy closer following a teen’s final battle to save his kingdom from his evil uncle, and more.
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