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Sterling Acquires Boxer Books

By Sally Lodge | 03/03/2022 @ 10:00AM

Sterling Publishing announced its acquisition of Boxer Books, an independent London-based publisher of books for children up to age seven.
Pitch Wars Comes to an End

By Joanne O’Sullivan | 03/01/2022 @ 04:00PM

After 10 years, popular mentoring program Pitch Wars and contest #PitMad drew to a close on February 15 with an announcement on Twitter; we spoke with founder Brenda Drake about the impact and legacy of these flagship programs.
Obituary: Leonard Kessler

By Shannon Maughan | 03/01/2022 @ 03:00PM

Prolific children's book illustrator Leonard Kessler, known for his wide range of early readers, picture books, and concept books, died on February 16 at age 101.
Bologna Webinar: Reaching Kids and Teens in the Metaverse

By Karen Raugust | 03/01/2022 @ 03:00PM

Publishers and other marketers are dipping their toes into 3D virtual environments to reach younger readers.
Licensing Hotline: March 2022

By Karen Raugust | 03/01/2022 @ 02:00PM

Read on for news about HarperCollins Children’s Books' new trade publishing line tied to seven-year-old YouTube phenomenon Diana, a new set of National Hockey League activity books, DK's growing publishing program with the Met, and other recent happenings in licensed publishing.
Children's Job Moves: February 2022

| 03/01/2022 @ 12:00PM

Job moves in children's publishing during February 2022.
Who HQ and iCivics Pull the Lever for Election Education

By Shannon Maughan | 02/28/2022 @ 09:00AM

Penguin Workshop’s bestselling history and biography series Who HQ and nonprofit civic education provider iCivics have teamed up on a campaign to help students learn about local and federal election processes and understand the power of their vote.
Read Alouds That Rock: Nonfiction Storytimes

By Patricia J. Murphy | 02/28/2022 @ 09:00AM

Continuing our series on leading engaging storytimes, we asked a number of literacy experts to share their strategies for integrating nonfiction in their work with young readers.
Silver Linings: Children’s Publishing Outlook for 2022

By Joanne O’Sullivan | 02/18/2022 @ 07:00PM

Disruption from the pandemic lingers but publishers are optimistic, eyeing growth in the coming year.
In Brief: February 17

| 02/17/2022 @ 02:00PM

Book releases this month herald a call for action against racism, a celebration of food and family, the launch of a writing career, and a reminder to take a moment to enjoy the world around us.
Obituary: Lani Forbes

By Shannon Maughan | 02/17/2022 @ 10:00AM

Rising YA sci-fi and fantasy author Lani Forbes died on February 3 in Boise, Idaho, following a nine-month battle with neuroendocrine cancer. She was 35.
Changes Ahead for SCBWI

By Nathalie op de Beeck | 02/15/2022 @ 10:00AM

The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators held its virtual 2022 Winter Conference last weekend, with more than 2,000 registrants tuning in for panels and keynotes.
TV Alert: 'Big Nate'

By Gilcy Aquino | 02/10/2022 @ 04:00PM

'Big Nate' by Lincoln Peirce, which started as a syndicated comic strip in 1991, is getting an animated TV series; produced by Nickelodeon Animation Studios, the series will stream exclusively on Paramount+ beginning February 17.
Texas Book Ban Prompts School Librarians to Launch #FReadom Fighters

By Pamela Brill | 02/08/2022 @ 04:00PM

A group of Texas school librarians has organized #FReadom Fighters, a social media campaign with the goal of supporting authors, teachers, librarians, and students in their pursuit of intellectual freedom.
Obituary: Ashley Bryan

By Shannon Maughan | 02/08/2022 @ 03:00PM

Award-winning children's book author and illustrator, fine artist, and educator Ashley Bryan, widely known for his passion for poetry and vibrant retellings of folktales rooted in the Black oral tradition, died peacefully on February 4; he was 98.
2022 Children's Book Week Theme and Poster Revealed

By Pamela Brill | 02/08/2022 @ 03:00PM

Every Child a Reader and the Children's Book Council have announced the 2022 Children's Book Week slogan, "How Do You Book?"; click through for a first look at the official Book Week poster, designed by Raúl the Third.
Hornik to Start Own Imprint at PYR; Klonsky to Run Dial BFYR

By Sally Lodge | 02/03/2022 @ 04:00PM

There are changes afoot at Penguin Young Readers, which today announced the spring 2023 advent of a new imprint, Rocky Pond Books.
Penguin Partners with Stephen Curry and Unanimous Publishing

By Sally Lodge | 02/03/2022 @ 03:00PM

Penguin Young Readers has teamed up with Unanimous Publishing to create a picture book and graphic novel program featuring diverse voices and focusing on family, sports, and faith-based subjects.
Movie Alert: 'The Sky Is Everywhere'

By Gilcy Aquino | 02/03/2022 @ 03:00PM

A film adaptation of Jandy Nelson's bestselling YA debut from 2010, 'The Sky Is Everywhere,' is set to hit Apple TV+ on February 11; we spoke with Nelson about adapting her novel into a screenplay.
In Brief: February 3, 2022

| 02/03/2022 @ 02:00PM

The year has just started and it's already been a busy one. A new picture book offers a celebration of culture; Jamar J. Perry launches a book steeped in West African mythology; Zetta Elliott presents the latest book in her fiery series; and authors discuss the importance of talking about tough topics.

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