PRH Announces ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Publishing Program
In partnership with Netflix, Penguin Random House has announced a multi-book program based on the hit family film in a range of formats, including activity books and manhwa, to be published across its children’s and adult divisions through 2027. more...
Comics in the Classroom: Teachers and Librarians Share Their Best Practices
We spoke with three educators about the innovative ways they’re utilizing comics and graphic novels to teach visual literacy and create lifelong readers, one panel at a time. more...
Notable Children’s and YA Series Endings: Fall/Winter 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, we’ve gathered some of the big series for young readers that reached conclusions this season. more...
YALLFest 2025 in Photos
The 15th annual YALLFest was held on November 14 and 15 across the historic district of Charleston, S.C. Thousands of young attendees took part in book signings and a slew of special events. more...
In Brief: December 4, 2025
Recently, author friends showed support at an event, a Mexican illustrator traveled to N.Y.C. to celebrate an award, an annual benefit for the freedom to read took place, a middle grade author signed stock, an author highlighted Hanukkah at her book event, and a book festival welcomed authors and readers. more...
New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of December 8, 2025
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a bedtime picture book about a nocturnal creature, a middle grade romance set over spring break, a debut YA horror about twins investigating their mother’s death, and more. more...
Children’s Books for Fall 2025: All Our Coverage
Our fall 2025 Children’s Preview issue includes a look at YA authors who are crossing over into adult fiction, a selection of some of the season's biggest children’s and YA titles, 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...
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...
Middle Grade Is Down but Never Out
We asked children’s book agents about trends they are seeing in the category, and how they are persevering in a tough market. 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...
2025 YA Trends: Bouncing Between the Dark and Light
A survey of upcoming titles shows a mix of genres and tones for our current moment—from vacation romances to dark academia and high-stakes heists. more...-
AuthorsFour Questions for Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price
Author and social psychologist Jonathan Haidt teamed up with science journalist Catherine Price to speak directly to tweens in 'The Amazing Generation: A Guide to Freedom and Fun in a Screen-Filled World.'
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Authors
Blending History and Mystery for Young Readers
Taryn Souders is a former middle school teacher and the author of the Edgar Award-nominated 'Coop Knows the Scoop,' among other mysteries for young readers. Here, Souders reflects on her penchant for incorporating lesser-known history in her books, including her forthcoming novel, 'Secrets of the Broken House.'
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Book News
New and Noteworthy Children’s and YA Books: December 2025
The year might be ending but exciting titles to add to your TBR keep coming, including a picture book series starter starring a group of friendly critters, a middle grade novel about a friendship with a sentient snowman, a YA novel about two Black cousins trying to fix past mistakes, and more.
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Book News
Notable Children’s and YA Series Endings: Fall/Winter 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, we’ve gathered some of the big series for young readers that reached conclusions this season.
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Industry News
YALLFest 2025 in Photos
The 15th annual YALLFest was held on November 14 and 15 across the historic district of Charleston, S.C. Thousands of young attendees took part in book signings and a slew of special events.
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Industry News
In Brief: December 4, 2025
Recently, author friends showed support at an event, a Mexican illustrator traveled to N.Y.C. to celebrate an award, an annual benefit for the freedom to read took place, a middle grade author signed stock, an author highlighted Hanukkah at her book event, and a book festival welcomed authors and readers.
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Book News
New Kids’ and YA Books: Week of December 8, 2025
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a bedtime picture book about a nocturnal creature, a middle grade romance set over spring break, a debut YA horror about twins investigating their mother’s death, and more.
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Industry News
PRH Announces ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Publishing Program
In partnership with Netflix, Penguin Random House has announced a multi-book program based on the hit family film in a range of formats, including activity books and manhwa, to be published across its children’s and adult divisions through 2027.
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Authors
Q & A with Chanel Miller
We spoke with Newbery Honor-winning author and adult memoirist Chanel Miller about her new middle grade book, 'The Moon Without Stars,' and helping kids learn how to seek help.
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Industry News
Children's Job Moves: November 2025
New Job Announcements in children’s publishing for November 2025.
