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The Little Press and One Little Earth Set Big Goals
The Little Press, an independent children's publisher based in Wood-Ridge, N.J., isn't quite as little anymore; this month the company will launch its first YA novel and has partnered with environmental nonprofit One Little Earth to add to its nature-themed offerings.
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HarperCollins Launches Storytime YouTube Series
HarperCollins Children's Books is aiming to engage young readers with a new online platform.
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In Brief: September 14, 2023
Recently a bookstore held its first book festival; a picture book character went on tour; graphic novelists discussed a new release; an author celebrated the continuation of a series; a father-son duo gave a reading; and an author-illustrator launched a new book.
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2023 NBA Longlist for Young People's Literature Announced
The National Book Foundation has revealed the 2023 National Book Award longlist for Young People's Literature. The five finalists will be named on October 3, and the winner will be announced during the awards ceremony on November 15 in New York City.
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Reading the Rainbow: DonorsChoose Debuts ColorPop Books
ColorPop Books, an online shop selling curated bundles of books featuring diverse characters and creators for families, is launcing nationwide.
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Fab Collabs: Educators Share Tips on Creative Collaborations
We spoke with three educators about the "hows" and "whys" of their collaborative efforts and the far-reaching effects.
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Children's Job Moves: August 2023
Job moves in children's publishing during August 2023.
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In Brief: August 31, 2023
This month a publisher made her fiction debut; fans gathered for a book signing; middle grade authors offered writing advice; and collaborators headed to San Diego for a day of activities with young readers.
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SCBWI Panelists Assess Children's Publishing Trends
Manuscript submissions and acquisitions, censorship, and book-industry myth-busting were under discussion during a recent panel on "The Current State of the Children's Publishing Industry."
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2023 National Book Festival in Photos
This year's National Book Festival took place on August 12 in Washington, D.C., and drew tens of thousands of visitors, including hordes of children's and YA book fans; click through for our roundup of photos of authors and illustrators.
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In Brief: August 24, 2023
Recently, two award-winning authors met for the first time; horror was top of mind at a book event; athletes celebrated with books highlighting their sport; publishing professionals supported their authors; an author took her book event outdoors; and author-illustrator collaborators gave a demonstration.
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Recharge, Revamp, Repeat
We checked in with teachers and librarians about how they're gearing up to return to the classroom with renewed energy for the school year ahead.
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Dhonielle Clayton Partners with WNDB for Nationwide Book Giveaway
Author Dhonielle Clayton is teaming up with nonprofit We Need Diverse Books and Macmillan to donate copies of her middle grade debut, 'The Marvellers,' and its forthcoming sequel to students across the nation.
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Candlewick Celebrates a Quartet of 20th Anniversaries
This fall, the publisher will mark the 20th anniversary of several beloved books and series: Kate DiCamillo’s 'The Tale of Despereaux,' 'The Dot' by Peter H. Reynolds, the Emily Windsnap series by Liz Kessler, and the Dragonology series.
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In Brief: August 17, 2023
Recently, an author attended a film screening for an adaptation of his novel; a farewell book tour took place; an author made a fitting visit to a café; booksellers joined in celebrating a book tour; authors helped readers cool down; and guests enjoyed a book event turned performance.
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Licensing Hotline: August 2023
Read on for news about HarperCollins's books based on the popular 'Adopt Me!' game on the Roblox platform; license acquisitions for Andrews McMeel's expanding children's list, the publishing program for 'Disney Wish,' Mad Cave's Flash Gordon comics and graphic novels, Sourcebooks' Huggies tie-in; Scholastic's foray into Roblox with Zombie Season, and more.
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Eerdmans Launches Stories from Latin America Series
Debuting next month, the Stories from Latin America series from Eerdmans Books for Young Readers will focus on fiction and nonfiction set in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean.
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Mary Wilcox to Leave HarperCollins Children's Books
Mary Wilcox, v-p and director of publishing for the Clarion Group at HarperCollins, will be leaving the company on August 25.
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Exploring Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction
EBLI founder Nora Chahbazi had not intended to become a literacy trainer and coach back in 1997. But when her daughter was having reading difficulties in second grade, Chahbazi wanted to find the best way to help her.
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In the Field with Julie VanLier
Educator Julie VanLier’s approach to literacy instruction changed dramatically when she accepted a position at a school in southwest Michigan with one of the highest poverty rates in her district.



