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Choice Critical for Promoting Reading, Says Canadian Study
A study commissioned by the National Reading Campaign in Canada says that giving people choice and control over what they read is key to instilling a love of reading.
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Rights Report: Week of May 6, 2013
New deals for Carrie Ryan, Sara B. Larson and Alyssa Day.
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In Brief: May 9
This week, the Wimpy Kid motors on; a graphic novelist goes back to school; two renowned children's authors meet for the first time; and, once more, baby animals prove to be crowd-pleasers.
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Joseph-Beth Pops Up
Joseph-Beth Booksellers is the latest bookstore to experiment with a pop-up location.
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"A Childlike Perception of Reality": A Panel Discussion with Olivier Tallec and Oliver Jeffers
At a recent panel two illustrators, from Paris and the other New York, spoke about their career paths and personal aesthetics, as well as the challenges and joys of creative collaboration.
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Changes Afoot for Whale of a Tale Children's Bookstore
After running Whale of a Tale Children's Bookstore in Irvine, Calif. for 25 years, owner Alex Uhl looks forward to a smaller space and reduced schedule.
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In Brief: May 2
This week, My Little Pony fans show their true colors; children's book authors say "yee-haw"; and a magical road trip takes center stage.
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Gregory Rogers, 1957-2013
Australian author and illustrator Gregory Rogers died of stomach cancer in Brisbane on May 1. He was 55.
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New Children's Imprints from powerHouse and Akashic
Akashic Books and powerHouse Books, two Brooklyn-based indie presses, are moving into children's publishing with new imprints.
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Children's Job Moves: April 2013
New job announcements in children's publishing for April 2013.
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Fickling Leaving Random House to Start Independent Company
David Fickling, who has been publisher of his eponymous imprint at Random House UK for 12 years, is leaving the company. After a brief transitional period he will launch David Fickling Books as an independent venture in July 2013.
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BEA 2013: Children's Galleys to Grab
Click through to learn which of your favorite authors will be showing off their new titles.
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2013 L.A. Times Festival of Books: An Abundance of Children's Events
The 18th L.A. Times Festival of Books, held April 20-21, on the University of Southern California campus, had scores of bestselling authors in attendance, and offered dozens of kid-centric book signings, panels and interviews.
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In This Together Media Starts Kickstarter Campaign
On April 11, In This Together Media, publisher of two middle-grade and one YA novel, initiated a 27-day Kickstarter campaign to raise $30,000 to help fund additional projects.
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Big Jump for Children's and YA Sales in 2012, Says AAP
Sales of children's and YA books in 2012 were up 13.1%, to $1.68 billion, over 2011 numbers.
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Canadian Celebrities Share Some 'Alligator Pie'
HarperCollins Canada brought together four unlikely collaborators for a virtual reading of Dennis Lee's classic poem, "Alligator Pie."
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A Photo-Tour of Kids' Books at the 2013 L.A. Times Festival of Books
The Los Angeles Times Festival of Books drew thousands of attendees this past weekend, and as usual there was plenty of authors, panels, and activities for book-loving children and teens. Couldn't make it this year? Check out a selection of photos from the festival.
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This Week in Children's Apps: April 25, 2013
This week in children's apps features Beauty and the Beast as an interactive 3D pop-up book. Also this week is Dr. Seuss Short Story Collection, bringing eight of the author's stories together.
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New Video Throws Spotlight on Newbery Authors
Seven Newbery Medal and Honor recipients discuss what the award means to them in a new video.
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Changes and Trends in Children's and YA Publishing: An ABPA Panel
Capitalizing on trends and making project pitches stand out were among the topics addressed during the "Straight Talk on Juvenile Publishing" panel.



