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In Brief: October 15, 2020

| 10/15/2020 @ 02:00PM

This week, a "supreme" picture book makes a cameo when Kamala Harris speaks; Abby Wambach scores with a young readers edition; Chris Colfer has a magic-filled virtual tour; and Brian Yanish has a fin-tastic launch.
Obituary: David Gale

By Shannon Maughan | 10/13/2020 @ 04:00PM

Children’s book editor David Gale, who shaped a distinguished roster of award-winning titles and proudly championed works of LGBTQ literature, died on October 9 following a long illness; he was 65.
Liesa Abrams Joins Random House to Head New Imprint

By Emma Kantor | 10/13/2020 @ 12:30PM

Liesa Abrams will join Random House Books for Young Readers as v-p and editor-in-chief of a new imprint, effective November 9; the imprint, Labyrinth Road, will focus on middle grade series and novels, as well as YA.
Fictional Pairings, Chemistry, and Authorial Responsibility: A Brooklyn Book Festival Panel

By Sarah Yung | 10/08/2020 @ 04:00PM

During the "DTR (Defining the Relationship)" panel moderated by Caleb Roehrig, YA authors Becky Albertalli, Aisha Saeed, Leah Johnson, and Kacen Callender addressed how they approach writing complex and authentic romance novels for teens.
Supernatural Experiences, Villains, and the Writing Process: A Brooklyn Book Festival Panel

By Sarah Yung | 10/08/2020 @ 04:00PM

The Brooklyn Book Festival hosted "Spooky Stories!," moderated by Max Brallier and featuring middle grade authors R.L. Stine, Claribel A. Ortega, and Sophie Escabasse—a conversation about balancing humor and horror.
Fear, Humor, and Revision: A Brooklyn Book Festival Panel

By Sarah Yung | 10/08/2020 @ 04:00PM

On October 3, the Brooklyn Book Festival virtually presented "Facing Your Fears," a Crowdcast panel moderated by Kate Messner, featuring middle grade authors Chris Grabenstein, Jessica Kim, and Janae Marks.
Room to Read Seeks Writers, Illustrators

By Claire Kirch | 10/08/2020 @ 03:00PM

Room to Read, an international organization founded 20 years ago by two Americans with a mission of promoting literacy in Asia and Africa and also educating girls on both continents, is launching its first project in the U.S.
In Brief: October 8, 2020

| 10/08/2020 @ 02:00PM

This week, Jessica Jung brings a special guest to her Strand appearance via Crowdcast; Nic Stone continues her nine-stop virtual tour; GraphixCon boasts an impressive lineup; and Keren Grinspoon Israel gains Library of Congress recognition.
Rowling's Views Ignite War of Words in U.S., U.K. Literary Worlds

By Claire Kirch | 10/08/2020 @ 09:30AM

J.K. Rowling’s views on gender identity continue to ignite controversy on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean.
Coronavirus Response: Celebrities Reading Kids' Books

By Shannon Maughan | 10/06/2020 @ 04:00PM

We've rounded up a number of examples of celebrities reading aloud or talking about their favorite children's titles online.
Love and Adventure Served Up at PNBA Children's Authors Dinner

By Claire Kirch | 10/06/2020 @ 03:00PM

On September 30, the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association sponsored a virtual "Dinner at the Kids' Table" with four authors and an illustrator presenting their books.
Jumpstart's First Virtual Read for the Record Day

By Sally Lodge | 10/06/2020 @ 03:00PM

October 29 marks the 15th anniversary of the annual Read for the Record initiative helmed by Jumpstart, a national early education organization that provides programming for preschool children from under-resourced communities.
Finalists for 2020 NBA in Young People's Literature Announced

By Emma Kantor | 10/06/2020 @ 10:45AM

On Tuesday morning, the National Book Foundation narrowed its longlist down to five finalists for the National Book Award for Young People's Literature.
Nicola and David Yoon Launch YA Romance Imprint Starring Heroes of Color

By Emma Kantor | 10/01/2020 @ 05:30PM

Random House has announced the launch of an imprint led by bestselling authors and married couple Nicola and David Yoon, devoted to publishing teen love stories by and about people of color.
'Melanin in YA' Database Promotes Black Voices

By Diane Patrick | 10/01/2020 @ 04:00PM

For those seeking to support and amplify the Black presence in the YA literature category, Los Angeles-based writer Melody Simpson has created the website Melanin in YA—a database of "all things Black in traditional young adult publishing."
'Power Conveyed Through Picture Books': The Carle Museum's Very Virtual Benefit and Auction

By Sarah Yung | 10/01/2020 @ 03:00PM

In a necessary departure from its annual in-person Carle Honors Benefit Gala, due to ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst, Mass., hosted the Very Virtual Benefit & Auction on September 24.
Shortlist Announced for Inaugural Children's Book Prize for Social Justice

By Emma Kantor | 10/01/2020 @ 03:00PM

The Children's Book Council and Goddard Riverside in New York have announced the shortlist for their new literary award, the Goddard Riverside CBC Young People's Book Prize for Social Justice.
Global Kidz House Celebrates African Storytelling

By Claire Kirch | 10/01/2020 @ 03:00PM

Self-published author Christine Mapondera-Talley is launching a publishing company, called Global Kidz House, which will specialize in children's books that celebrate the history and diverse cultures of Africa and the African diaspora.
In Brief: October 1, 2020

| 10/01/2020 @ 02:00PM

This week, Jennifer Garner gets into character with the help of a furry friend; Zoraida Córdova and Natalie C. Parker have a fang-tastic launch; Nina LaCour has a virtual tour to watch; and HarperCollins throws an Alley-oop.
Children's Job Moves: September 2020

| 10/01/2020 @ 12:00PM

Job moves in children's publishing during September 2020.

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