Year: 2015
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Classic Children's Book Authors Who Disliked Children
Maurice Sendak was a known curmudgeon, but you may be surprised to learn that Dr. Seuss, Margaret Wise Brown, and other beloved children’s authors were uncomfortable around children. ‘You make …
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Penguin and Books A Million Launch Campaign to Donate Books to Children in Need
New York, NY – Penguin Young Readers and Books-A-Million are pleased to announce the launch of a nationwide campaign in support of First Book, a nonprofit that transforms the lives …
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Curriculum Planning and the Common Core
Rather than feeling bound to the classics, Tennyson frequently assigns contemporary novels and readings that are accessible to students. She also makes an effort to include diverse titles, so that …
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Enter the Multicultural Back to School Library Book Giveaway!
Now through September 30, you can enter to win a bundle of diverse children’s books. Every child should have access to a school library accessible throughout the school day and …
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HarperCollins Publishers Announces Two-Book Deal With Victoria Aveyard
New York, NY — HarperCollins Publishers announced today the acquisition of a two-book deal with Victoria Aveyard, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Red Queen series. Suzie …
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Banned Books Week 2015 Posters & Resources from CBLDF!
Materials include: Raina Telgemeier’s CBLDF Banned Books Week Handbook 2015 poster Jonathan Hill’s character poster CBLDF Banned Books Week Shelf Talkers Visit cbldf.org for more great resources, and join the …
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Happy Birthday, Robert McCloskey!
Born and raised in Ohio, the small-town boy dabbled in numerous hobbies — from playing the harmonica to tinkering with machines — before discovering his knack for drawing. After graduating …
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Submissions Now Open for the Carter G. Woodson Book Award
Submissions are now open for the Carter G. Woodson Book Award, presented by the National Council for the Social Studies for the most distinguished non-fiction books for young readers depicting …
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2015 National Book Awards Longlist for Young People's Literature
New York, NY – The National Book Foundation announces the Longlist for the 2015 National Book Award for Young People’s Literature. Finalists will be revealed on October 14. Among this …
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Bringing Picture Books into Middle and High School Classrooms
In addition to pairing well with higher-level texts, picture books open up discussion on perspective and word choice, and create a feeling of community in the classroom. By tapping into …
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Scholastic Acquires Bestselling Author Eric Litwin and Bestselling Illustrator Tom Lichtenheld's 'Groovy Joe'
New York, NY — Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL), the global children’s publishing, education and media company, has acquired at auction world rights to three “Groovy Joe” picture books, plus rights to …
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Kate DiCamillo at the National Book Festival
DiCamillo views her ambassadorship as a natural extension of her love of reading and sharing great books. She enjoys writing across reading levels, from picture books to novels. Many of …
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Mildred D. Taylor's 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry' Celebrates 40th Anniversary in 2016
New York, NY — Penguin Young Readers is thrilled to announce a 40th anniversary edition of the Newbery Award-winning ROLL OF THUNDER, HEAR MY CRY by Mildred D. Taylor. With …
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KidLit TV Receives the Parents’ Choice Gold Award
Since 1978, the Parents’ Choice Awards™ program has recognized exceptional children’s media. The Gold award represents the highest distinction. KidLit TV plans to grow and to continue providing great content …
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A Sneak Peek at the Illustrated 'Harry Potter'
Rowling has already given her stamp of approval on the artwork: Seeing Jim Kay’s illustrations moved me profoundly. I love his interpretation of Harry Potter’s world, and I feel honoured …
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Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers Announces New Publishing with New York Times Bestselling Author & Renowned Children's Book Editor David Levithan
New York, NY — Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Random House Children’s Books, has acquired four new YA projects by New York Times bestselling author …
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Remembering Barbara Carle
Barbara Carle (1938-2015) was born and raised in North Carolina before moving to New York, where she began her career at The Cloisters bookshop. She went on to earn her …
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Apply for the We Need Diverse Books Mentorship Program!
Year-long mentorships will be awarded for picture book text, illustration, nonfiction, middle grade fiction, and young adult fiction. Confirmed WNDB™ mentors include Nikki Grimes, Patricia Hruby Powell, Malinda Lo, and …
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Kenneth Branagh to Direct the Artemis Fowl Adaptation
The series follows the brilliant and cunning 12-year-old eponymous criminal mastermind Artemis Fowl II, whose plot to extort gold from the secret Fairy People puts him directly in the cross-hairs …
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Constantin Film Launches International Sales Campaign for “Shadowhunters” at MIPCOM
Los Angeles, CA – Constantin Film will make its debut as an exhibitor at MIPCOM (October 5-8, in Cannes) to showcase its new drama series, SHADOWHUNTERS, with buyers invited to attend …
