YA Romance Goes Graphic
We spoke with the creators of six forthcoming YA graphic novel romances that display how the medium might just be the new literary fix for lovers of love. more...2026 YA Graphic Novels for the Romance Aficionado
New romance graphic novels hitting shelves this year feature a necromancer navigating unexpected feelings, a pair of opposites who find attraction, and more. more...Cover Reveal: 'Mexikid Dreams' by Pedro Martín
The hilarious and heartful imaginings and experiences of Pedro Martín's childhood are the subject of his upcoming graphic novel memoir, 'Mexikid Dreams,' the follow-up to his Newbery Honor–winning debut graphic novel 'Mexikid.' more...Four Questions for Sara Pennypacker
After more than two dozen middle grade and picture books, Sara Pennypacker has written her first work of historical fiction for children, 'The Lions' Run.' more...German Publisher Buys NorthSouth Parent Company
Ravensburger, a German children’s book publisher and games company, acquired a majority stake in NordSüd, parent company of U.S. children’s book publisher NorthSouth Books, best known for its 1992 picture book The Rainbow Fish. more...Licensing Hotline: February 2026
Read on for news about Papercutz’s first Speed Racer title; the inaugural Barbie YA novel, by Alex Aster; Bluey joining DK’s Lego publishing program; Bonkers Toys’ new collectibles based on the Warriors fantasy novels; and more. more...2026 Hans Christian Andersen Award Shortlist Announced
The International Board on Books for Young People has announced the shortlist for the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Awards. Presented every two years, the awards honor international authors and illustrators for their contributions to children’s literature, and are the highest international recognition given to creators in the field. more...When They Got the Call: PW Speaks with the 2026 Newbery, Caldecott, and Printz Winners
The annual Youth Media Awards were announced on January 26 by the American Library Association. See our interviews with the winners of the three top prizes about their initial reactions to the life-changing news. more...Watson, Chien, Smith Win 2026 Newbery, Caldecott, Printz Awards
Renée Watson has won the 2026 John Newbery Medal for her novel 'All the Blues in the Sky'; Cátia Chien has won this year’s Randolph Caldecott Medal 'Fireworks', written by Matthew Burgess; and 'Legendary Frybread Drive-In,' edited by Cynthia Leitich Smith, has won the Michael L. Printz Award. more...Spring 2026 Writers to Watch
We spotlight the authors of five of the season’s most promising children’s and YA debuts. Their offerings include a tale inspired by Ghanaian legend, a dystopian middle grade novel, a YA novel starring a Latina poet, and more. more...Spring 2026 Sneak Previews
See highlights of the children’s and YA titles due out next spring—including highly anticipated debuts, follow-ups to bestselling novels, and collaborations between favorite authors and illustrators—in our exclusive roundup. more...Children’s Publishers Choose Their Favorite Reads of 2025
We asked staffers at children’s publishing houses to tell us about their favorite children’s or YA book they read this year. Here we present their recommendations. more...Independent Children’s Publishers Share Secrets to Their Success
Education and library spending cuts and increased consolidation are among the challenges facing independent houses. But for a range of indie publishers, nimble is the watchword. more...Turning the Tide on Middle Grade Books
Movers and shakers behind five newish imprints are aiming to turn the tide on sales in the middle grade category. more...-
Book NewsCover Reveal: 'Mexikid Dreams' by Pedro Martín
The hilarious and heartful imaginings and experiences of Pedro Martín's childhood are the subject of his upcoming graphic novel memoir, 'Mexikid Dreams,' the follow-up to his Newbery Honor–winning debut graphic novel 'Mexikid.'
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Industry NewsLicensing Hotline: February 2026
Read on for news about Papercutz’s first Speed Racer title; the inaugural Barbie YA novel, by Alex Aster; Bluey joining DK’s Lego publishing program; Bonkers Toys’ new collectibles based on the Warriors fantasy novels; and more.
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AuthorsFour Questions for Sara Pennypacker
After more than two dozen middle grade and picture books, Sara Pennypacker has written her first work of historical fiction for children, 'The Lions' Run.'
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Industry News
Children's Job Moves: January 2026
New Job Announcements in children’s publishing for January 2026.
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Book NewsRights Report: Week of February 2, 2026
New deals for Malinda Lo, Mel Hammond, Yamile Saied Méndez, and others.
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Industry NewsGerman Publisher Buys NorthSouth Parent Company
Ravensburger, a German children’s book publisher and games company, acquired a majority stake in NordSüd, parent company of U.S. children’s book publisher NorthSouth Books, best known for its 1992 picture book The Rainbow Fish.
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Industry NewsScholastic’s NEXT Line to Start Up This Fall
Fast-paced plots with cliffhanger endings, shorter page counts, numerous illustrations, and accelerated publishing schedules are hallmarks of Scholastic’s NEXT line of middle grade fiction, designed to entice kids accustomed to consuming visual and digital content.
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Industry News2026 Hans Christian Andersen Award Shortlist Announced
The International Board on Books for Young People has announced the shortlist for the 2026 Hans Christian Andersen Awards. Presented every two years, the awards honor international authors and illustrators for their contributions to children’s literature, and are the highest international recognition given to creators in the field.
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AuthorsObituary: Hudson Talbott
Author-illustrator Hudson Talbott, widely recognized for the detailed, often humorous, watercolor-and-pencil images in his broad range of picture books, died on January 22 at age 76.
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AuthorsFour Questions for Kelly Quindlen
Young adult romance novel 'Her Name in the Sky' by Kelly Quindlen gets a traditional release 12 years after its self-publication in 2014; in a conversation with PW, Quindlen spoke about revisiting her debut and how it ties into her forthcoming novel 'This Must Be the Place.'



