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In Brief: October 24, 2024
Recently, New York Comic Con brought creators together, an author took home an award, dogs made an appearance at an event, an organization spotlighted Italian culture and literature for young readers, a festival celebrated children’s literature, and an author attended a ceremony honoring her book’s subject.
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Every Cherry Enters U.S. Market with Emphasis on Accessibility for Young Readers
After launching in the U.K. this past May, Sweet Cherry Publishing will bring its imprint targeting the special educational needs market stateside next month.
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Licensing Hotline: October 22, 2024
See news about Penguin Workshop's new MG nonfiction titles under the Time for Kids brand, Studio Fun's Spellbound publishing program, brand extensions for Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, and more in our roundup of licensing news.
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Agent-Author Duo Elena Giovinazzo and Jason Reynolds to Start New Agency
Agent Elena Giovinazzo and author Jason Reynolds are teaming up to found Heirloom Literary & Media, a new literary agency.
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Kids' Authors Tour the Fall Regionals
From New Voices New Rooms in August through the double-billed Heartland Fall Forum and Mountains and Plains FallCon in mid-October, this fall's trade shows introduced booksellers to a wide range of children's authors and exciting fall 2024 and spring 2025 releases.
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Kokila Celebrates Fifth Anniversary: A Photo Essay
Kokila, a Penguin Young Reader imprint that centers on highlighting marginalized creators, marked its five-year anniversary with a celebration at the Center for Fiction in Brooklyn on October 10.
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In Brief: October 17, 2024
Recently, a horror writer returned to his hometown for a spooky event, an author sought out the real-life subject of her picture book, siblings celebrated their final book event together, students explored a construction vehicle, an author found a serendipitous mural, and writers enjoyed an awards ceremony.
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'Freedom to Read Day of Action' Takes On Book Bans
On Saturday, October 19, libraries, bookstores, and other partners and advocates across the country will be holding community events and rallies against book banning as part of the inaugural Freedom to Read Day of Action.
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Educators Share the Power of Zines
PW spoke with three educators who are making and sharing zines with their students and patrons.
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In Memoriam: Lore Segal
Esteemed author and educator Lore Segal, who wrote and translated clever and sunny children's tales alongside the autobiographical adult stories and novels informed by her early life as a Jewish refugee during WWII, died on October 7 at her home in Manhattan. She was 96.
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Brooklyn Book Festival 2024 in Photos
The annual Brooklyn Book Festival took place over the weekend of September 28–29; children’s authors made appearances at various events, including Children’s Day on September 28, which gathered authors, illustrators, booksellers, and young readers for storytimes and activities.
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From Venezia to the Village: Sullaluna Bookshop and Bistrot Arrives in NYC
Sullaluna NYC, an outpost of a Venetian bookstore and bistrot founded in 2017, distinguishes itself with a focus on illustrated titles for children and adults in English and Italian.
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Penguin Young Readers Expands 'Bluey' After License Renewal
Penguin has renewed its master publishing deal with BBC Studios for the hit preschool animated series Bluey. Bluey books have sold more than 20 million copies in 22 languages worldwide, including 8.5 million in the U.S.
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Movie Alert: 'White Bird'
'Wonder' author R.J. Palacio’s graphic novel 'White Bird,' a sequel of sorts to 'Wonder,' was published in 2019 and five years later, the film adaptation is set to hit the big screen.
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Licensing Hotline: October 3, 2024
When Papp International acquired Chouette in 2023, it brought the ancillary publishing program for The Little Prince into its licensing portfolio. The publisher has just closed a deal to become the lead publisher for ancillary publishing in the Americas.
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In Brief: October 3, 2024
Recently an author announced a new book, a comedian made her middle grade debut, a former state official discussed her picture book, the New York Stock Exchange hosted a launch event, a chef hosted an event at his home, and an author presented her book to students during Banned Books Week.
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'Making the World a More Colorful Place': Highlights from the 2024 Carle Honors
The children's book community gathered in New York City on September 26 for the 17th annual Carle Honors, celebrating individuals and organizations whose work has elevated the art of picture book-making.
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Chappaqua Children's Book Festival in Photos
More than 100 children's authors and illustratosr gathered in Chappaqua, N.Y. on September 28 to enjoy the 12th annual Chappaqua Children's Book Festival.
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Children’s Job Moves: September 2024
New job announcements in children’s publishing for September 2024.
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Finalists for 2024 NBA for Young People's Literature Announced
The National Book Foundation has revealed the five finalists for the 2024 National Book Award for Young People's Literature.
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