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inQluded Offers Writing Platform for LGBTQ POC Youth

By Emma Kantor | 12/17/2019 @ 03:00PM

Launched in fall 2018, inQluded is an online literary journal and event series that provides a space for young queer, trans, and intersex black and Indigenous writers of color; we spoke with founder medina about the mission behind inQluded.
Licensing Hotline: December 2019

By Karen Raugust | 12/17/2019 @ 02:00PM

Read on for news of the latest licensed publishing programs from Random House Children’s Books, including a tie-in to the Disney/Pixar movie 'Onward,' and more.
DC Books for Young Readers Launches First Original IP Titles

By Karen Raugust | 12/17/2019 @ 02:00PM

In 2020, DC Books for Young Readers is releasing three middle-grade titles based on original intellectual property, marking the first time the imprint has published books not tied to its famous DC Comics superheroes.
New Agency Promotes African Writers for Youth

By Gillian Engberg | 12/12/2019 @ 03:00PM

Launched earlier this year by two longtime children's publishing professionals, Accord Literary represents Africa-based writers of middle-grade and YA fiction with a goal of reaching young readers around the world.
In Brief: December 12, 2019

| 12/12/2019 @ 02:00PM

This week, Kate's Kid Book Bash honors author Kate Dopirak; Holly Black is the queen of the fall tour; YA authors have an "epic" panel; and Charlie Mylie has a gouda launch party.
Literacy Spotlight: Bernie's Book Bank Enriches Chicagoland Children

By Claire Kirch | 12/10/2019 @ 02:00PM

We take a look at Bernie’s Book Bank, the literacy nonprofit organization founded by Brian Floriani in December 2009, which distributes books to underserved children in the six-county Chicago metro area.
Beanstack and PRH Issue Winter Reading Challenge

By Shannon Maughan | 12/10/2019 @ 02:00PM

For the third year in a row, Random House Children's Books and Penguin Young Readers will sponsor the Beanstack Winter Reading Challenge, set to kick off in schools and public libraries nationwide on January 1.
Children's Book Sales Up During Busy Holiday Weekend

By Claire Kirch with reporting by Alex Green, Jason Boog, and Ed Nawotka | 12/05/2019 @ 04:00PM

Unsurprisingly, it was the classics, as well as the latest releases in beloved series, that drove sales for children’s books during the weekend following Thanksgiving, which traditionally kicks off the holiday season.
Clifford Starts a New TV Adventure

By Karen Raugust | 12/05/2019 @ 03:00PM

Scholastic Entertainment is debuting a brand-new 'Clifford the Big Red Dog' TV series, based on the Norman Bridwell books.
2019 Miami Book Fair in Photos

Compiled by Emma Kantor | 12/05/2019 @ 03:00PM

The 36th edition of the Miami Book Fair International took place November 17–24 and brought together hundreds of authors—including a number of acclaimed children's and YA writers.
In Brief: December 5, 2019

| 12/05/2019 @ 02:00PM

This week, Victoria Schwab has a touring bone-anza; the National Museum of the American Indian gains an evergreen gift; Nikki Grimes and Elizabeth Zunon have a sweet signing; and the CBC offices are filled with holiday spirit.
YALLFest 2019 in Photos

Compiled by Emma Kantor | 12/03/2019 @ 03:00PM

The ninth annual YALLFest took place on November 8–9 in Charleston, S.C.; one of the largest teen book festivals in the world, the celebration brought together nearly 70 authors and more than 12,000 fans.
Clavis to Launch U.S. Key Colors Competition

By Sally Lodge | 12/03/2019 @ 02:00PM

Clavis Publishing has announced the U.S. debut of its Key Colors, a biennial contest for picture book creators, which has been held in other international markets since 1996.
Children's Starred Reviews 2019

| 12/02/2019 @ 07:00AM

Our Children’s Starred Reviews Annual features nearly 300 reviews of exceptional books for young readers, a selection of interviews with some of today’s top authors and illustrators, our 50 Best Books of 2019, and a cover by Sergio Ruzzier.
2019 CBC Diversity Awards: 'A Movement, Not a Trend'

By Sarah Yung | 11/26/2019 @ 04:00PM

On November 19, the Children's Book Council presented its second annual CBC Diversity Outstanding Achievement Awards in Manhattan.
First Madeleine L'Engle Conference Held in New York City

By Krystyna Poray Goddu | 11/26/2019 @ 04:00PM

Nearly 200 participants, including a distinguished roster of children’s book authors, gathered on November 16 in Manhattan to discuss how faith and art inform each other, during "Walking on Water: The Madeleine L'Engle Conference."
History's Omnivore: Martin Sandler Takes Home a National Book Award

By Alex Green | 11/26/2019 @ 04:00PM

Martin Sandler has written many books, but he won't soon forget '1919 The Year That Changed America,' which won the 2019 National Book Award for Young People's Literature last week.
2019 Portland Book Festival in Photos

Compiled by Emma Kantor | 11/26/2019 @ 03:00PM

The fifth annual Portland (Ore.) Book Festival, organized by Literary Arts, took place on November 9 at the Portland Art Museum and surrounding venues.
In Brief: November 26, 2019

| 11/26/2019 @ 02:00PM

This week, two members of Team Dork take New Jersey; Mary Pope Osborne and Natalie Pope Boyce have a magical visit at Symphony Space; Maria Scrivan and Sharon Cameron share a matching moment; Cecile Richards celebrates troublemaking for young readers; Highlights sets a world record; and Laura Sassi makes a love-ly tour stop in Pennsylvania.
2019 National Book Awards for Young People's Literature in Photos

Compiled by Diane Roback | 11/21/2019 @ 04:00PM

Our photographer caught up with the five finalists for the Young People’s Literature prize, along with their editors, and also captured the award announcement at Cipriani Wall Street in Manhattan.

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