Industry News
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Comic Book Fans Prefer Print
Retailers cite the community feel of the comic book store as a major factor in encouraging print sales. Physical books are also thought to offer a superior reading experience for heavily-illustrated …
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ALSC Now Accepting Applications For 2017 Maureen Hayes Author/Illustrator Award
CHICAGO, IL — The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) and the Grants Administration Committee are now accepting online applications for the 2017 Maureen Hayes Author/Illustrator Award. This $4,000 …
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Carla Hayden Appointed 14th Librarian of Congress
Hayden remarked on the historic moment and its implications for literacy and equality: As a descendant of people who were denied the right to read, to now have the opportunity …
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Literary Greats Headline Children’s Literature Festival at Bank Street College of Education
BookFest @ Bank Street will host best sellers and Caldecott, Pura Belpré, and Newbery recipients to discuss topics in visual literacy New York, NY, September 14, 2016 — On October …
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The Eric Carle Museum Launches 2016 Carle Honors Art Auction
New York, NY – Art lovers and picture book enthusiasts are in for a treat when The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art launches its eighth annual Carle Honors Art …
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Happy 100th Birthday, Roald Dahl!
Born in Wales to Norwegian parents, Dahl spent his early years in Llandaff. After receiving his boarding school education, Dahl traveled the world through his work at Shell Oil. He saw …
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2016 National Book Awards Longlist for Young People’s Literature Revealed
Finalists will be announced on October 13. The National Book Awards Ceremony will be held on November 16 in New York City, at which time the winners will be announced. 2016 …
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Young Adult Authors to Speak With At-Risk Youth as Part of the ALA Great Stories Club Tour
CHICAGO, IL — Five acclaimed young adult authors and illustrators will travel to public libraries, alternative high schools and juvenile justice centers around the country to speak with young people …
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Connecting Preschoolers With Nonfiction Books Through Movement
CHICAGO, IL — An underutilized source for storytime programs, quality nonfiction books can help bridge the reading gap between preschool boys and girls; boys enjoy facts and “true stuff,” and …
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Texas Gov. Abbott Declares September 15 “Power Up at Your Library Day” and Libraries Statewide Revv Up
TEXAS – Texas Governor Greg Abbott formally declared Thursday, September 15, 2016 as Power Up at Your Library Day, and libraries around the state have responded by curating events geared …
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The Carle Awarded Competitive Seeding Artful Aging Grant to Catalyze the Growing National Artful Aging Movement
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art was selected as one of only 15 non-profit organizations throughout the U.S. to receive a grant from Aroha Philanthropies …
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Remembering Author and Illustrator Anna Dewdney
A graduate of Wesleyan University, Dewdney worked a series of odd jobs before becoming a full-time children’s book creator. Her debut came in 1994 as illustrator of The Peppermint Race by …
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Banned Books Week Makes International Splash Across the Pond
CHICAGO, IL — Banned Books Week — an annual event that celebrates the freedom to read — is making waves across the pond. With support from the American Library Association …
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SCBWI Announces Slate of Winners for SCBWI Work-in-Progress and Karen Cushman Late Bloomer Grants
Grants Made Available To Writers And Illustrators For Works Not Currently Under Contract SEPTEMBER 2—The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators congratulates the winners of the 2016 Work-In-Progress Grants …
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Library of Congress to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month 2016
The Library of Congress celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, commemorated each year Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, with a series of lectures, concerts and book talks. The programs are being hosted …
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First Book, Target Team Up to Bring New Sports Equipment to Further Wellness and Learning for Children in Need
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As part of its ongoing mission to further educational equity, First Book, a nonprofit social enterprise, is adding sports and fitness equipment to the wide range of …
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SCBWI Announces 2016 Book Launch Award Winners
The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators is pleased to announce the winner of the 2015 SCBWI Book Launch Award. The annual award, established by the SCBWI in 2012, …
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New York Yankees Celebrate Young Readers at The New York Public Library’s Annual Summer Reading Awards Ceremony
New York, NY — Three children and teen readers of The New York Public Library’s Summer Reading program will be honored at Yankee Stadium August 17, shortly before the Yankees’ …
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Book Clubs for Kids
Whether they’re focusing on new releases or galleys of upcoming titles, book clubs bring children and teens into bookstores while fostering literary discovery and dialogue. It’s been a wonderful way to keep kids …
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Remembering Gene Wilder
Celebrities have taken to social media in tribute to the late comedian. Film lovers and children’s book fans alike will surely miss Wilder. One of the truly great talents of …
