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December 11, 2013
The Genre-Busting Success of R.J. Palacio’s ‘Wonder’
If you haven't heard of R.J. Palacio's highly acclaimed debut novel -- Wonder -- about a 10-year-old boy with a severe facial abnormality, you've almost definitely seen it. The book, featuring a bright blue cover and cartoonish drawing of a face, has been at the top of best-seller lists since its publication almost  2 years ago, and has sold over one million copies. Read More
December 10, 2013
Announcing the Winners of the 2013 Jane Yolen Mid-List Author Award
The SCBWI is proud to announce the winner and honor recipients of the 2013 Jane Yolen Mid-List Author Award.  Congratulations to winner Eve Feldman, author of such works as Billy and Milly Short and Silly (Putnam) and Dog Crazy (Tambourine). Read More
December 10, 2013
New National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature to Be Announced on January 2, 2014
Librarian of Congress James H. Billington will announce the next National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature on January 2, 2014. Read More
December 9, 2013
What is the Appeal of Print Books?
What is the appeal of reading a print book? Many bibliophiles have expressed their opinions on this subject. According to one study, many UK readers ages 16 to 24 feel that print books are preferable to digital reading devices. Read More
December 7, 2013
The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators Partners with the Authors Guild to Expand Booktalk Nation Series
The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators is extremely proud to announce a partnership with the Authors Guild to curate the Children’s Book section of Booktalk Nation. Read More
December 6, 2013
‘The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian’ Banned in a West Virginia Middle School
Sherman Alexie's The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian will not be permitted in the classrooms at West Virginia's Harpers Ferry Middle School. The catalyst for the ban was a complaint from a parent. The school agreed to take the book off its English curriculum because it is not on the state-approved list of books. Read More
December 5, 2013
Simmons College and The Carle Announce January Graduate Courses
Simmons College and The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art are pleased to announce Spring 2014 course offerings. Classes are for candidates in the four graduate programs in children's literature offered at The Carle as well as non-degree students. Courses take place at the Museum’s Amherst, Massachusetts, location. The classes, which begin in January, are: Read More
December 5, 2013
Lauren Morrill to Pen Two Young Adult Novels
Lauren Morrill has been working on two new young adult novels. Delacorte Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Random House Children's Books, will publish 'The Trouble with Destiny' in Fall 2015 and 'My Unscripted Life' will follow in Fall 2016. Read More
December 5, 2013
Jarrett J. Krosoczka Opens Up the 4th Annual Auction in Support of the Joseph & Shirley Krosoczka Memorial Youth Scholarships
How would you like Lunch Lady illustrator Jarrett J. Krosoczka to design your school mascot? That is one of the many items up for bidding at the the 4th annual auction in support of the Joseph and Shirley Krosoczka Memorial Youth Scholarships. Read More
December 4, 2013
Winners Announced for the 2013 Goodreads Choice Awards
The winners of the 2013 Goodreads Choice Awards have been unveiled. Children's book titles took the top prize in five categories: graphic novels & comics, young adult fiction, young adult fantasy, middle grade & children's, and picture books. Read More
December 4, 2013
Study Shows Educational & Psychological Value of Letting Children Read What They Want
A new book from Scholastic studies the nature and variety of reading pleasure, and the psychological value of reading popular genres like romances, vampire stories and dystopian fiction. Read More
December 4, 2013
Dumpster Diving: An Observation on Class in Children’s Books
Yolanda Scott, editorial director at Charlesbridge, reports on CBC Diversity's recent "Class on Class" Workshop and her takeaways from the experience. Read More
December 3, 2013
The New York Times Book Review Unveils Notable Children’s Books of 2013 List
The New York Times Book Review has released its annual list of "notable" picture books, middle grade, and young adult fiction and nonfiction, selected by the children's book editor of The New York Times. Read More
December 3, 2013
Children’s Book Creators Take Part in the “Indies First” Movement
In September 2013, 'The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian' novelist Sherman Alexie sent out a call to fellow authors to help out independent bookstores on Small Business Saturday. More than 1,000 writers signed on to participate and serve as guest booksellers for the "Indies First" movement. Read More
December 2, 2013
A.S. King Partners with School & Public Libraries to Host Community Reading Events
A.S. King, an award-winning young adult novelist, developed a partnership with school and public libraries to host "multi-generational" readings within four communities. Read More
November 27, 2013
Committee Votes to Keep ‘Eleanor & Park’ in the Anoka High School Library Collection
The library at Anoka High School, based in Minnesota, will continue to have Rainbow Rowell's 'Eleanor & Park' in its collection. A review committee made this decision following a challenge that was raised by one parent and the Parents Action League. Read More
November 27, 2013
Random House & BookPeople Organize a Pen-Pal Program Inspired by ‘Laugh with the Moon’
Random House Children’s Books has partnered with BookPeople to organize a pen-pal program for United States students who hail from Austin, Texas and African students who live in Malawi. This literacy initiative was inspired by Shana Burg's middle grade novel, 'Laugh with the Moon.' Read More
November 26, 2013
Online Children’s Book Art Auction Starts Today!
The annual Holiday Children's Book Art Auction, sponsored by the American Booksellers Foundation for Free Expression (ABFFE), is now live online! Read More
November 26, 2013
Books for Asia to Collect Children’s Books for Typhoon Haiyan Victims
Books for Asia needs your help! The organization is putting together a special shipment of children's books to aid the victims of Typhoon Haiyan. Read More
November 26, 2013
The CBC Diversity Newsletter Comes Early!
Twice a month, CBC Diversity — which advocates for an inclusive and representative children’s book industry — rounds-up relevant news in children’s books and diversity. Read More
November 26, 2013
Random House Partners with Bookstores to Launch a ‘Grinch’-Themed Community Campaign
Random House Children's Books will launch its "Grow Your Heart 3 Sizes" campaign starting on December 1st. The aim of this initiative is to promote the idea that people should revel in community as much as they enjoy gifts during the holiday season. Read More
November 26, 2013
Simon & Schuster Imprint Announces Fantasty Series by Ken Liu as First Acquisition
Simon & Schuster has acquired Ken Liu’s debut fantasy series, The Dandelion Dynasty, as the first project for its new genre imprint for all ages. Read More
November 25, 2013
Jenny Han & Siobhan Vivian to Pen ‘Ashes to Ashes’
Jenny Han and Siobhan Vivian, the writing duo behind the 'Burn for Burn' series, are currently working on the conclusion title 'Ashes to Ashes.' Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers plans to publish the book sometime in 2014. Read More
November 25, 2013
CBC Diversity 101: The Disabled Saint
Kayla Whaley -- co-moderator of Disability in Kidlit, freelance editor, and YA writer -- on the “disabled saint” trope Read More
November 22, 2013
The Stars of A&E’s Hit Show Duck Dynasty® to Release Picture Book with S&S Books for Young Readers
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing, announced today plans to publish Everything’s Better with a Beard, a picture book by Si, Willie, Phil, Jase, Jep, and Alan Robertson, the stars of A&E’s hit show Duck Dynasty®. The show’s season four premiere in August was watched by 11.8 million viewers, making it the most-watched nonfiction show in cable television history. Read More
November 21, 2013
Random House Children’s Books Acquires New Books From Julianne Moore Based on Her Bestselling ‘Freckleface Strawberry’ Character
Four-time Academy Award–nominated actor and bestselling author Julianne Moore will be publishing new books with Random House Children’s Books, extending her bestselling Freckleface Strawberry character to a new audience of beginning readers, in a five-book deal, it was announced today by Barbara Marcus, President and Publisher, Random House Children’s Books. Read More
November 21, 2013
Cynthia Kadohata Wins the 2013 National Book Award for Young People’s Literature
Cynthia Kadohata has won the 2013 National Book Award in the Young People's Literature category. Kadohata, who is also a Newbery Medal winner, was recognized with this prestigious accolade for her middle-grade novel, 'The Thing About Luck.' Read More
November 20, 2013
On the Disproportionate Number of White Boys in Children’s Books
A comprehensive, long-term study has shown that male protagonists outnumber female protagonists at a ratio of about 2:1 in children's literature. Furthermore, those female characters that are featured are frequently one-dimensional or stereotypical. What are the ramifications of the fact that white boys remain the unabashed focus of most children's literature? Read More
November 20, 2013
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers Acquires First Teen Novel by Bestselling Author Christina Lauren
Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers is pleased to announce the publication of SUBLIME by international bestselling author Christina Lauren in Fall 2014. Christina Lauren—pseudonym of author team Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings—is the author of the New York Times and internationally bestselling 'Beautiful Bastard' and 'Wild Seasons' series for adults. Read More
November 19, 2013
Derek Jeter’s New Imprint to Publish Books for Young Readers
Derek Jeter, the famed New York Yankees baseball player, plans to partner with Simon & Schuster to form the Jeter Publishing imprint. Jeter's imprint will publish books across multiple genres for both adults and children including memoirs, picture books, and middle grade fiction. Read More
November 19, 2013
The #1 New York Times Bestseller is Now Available as an Enhanced eBook with Exclusive Material to Coincide with the Motion Picture Theatrical Release from Twentieth Century Fox
Enhanced Ebook Edition to include five exclusive film clips, a featurette with the actors, and interviews with author Markus Zusak. Read More
November 18, 2013
Teen Choice Book of the Year: Nominate Your Favorites Now!
Now's your chance to let your voices be heard by nominating your favorite teen books of 2013. The five titles that receive the most votes at Teenreads.com will serve as the finalists for the 2014 Teen Choice Book of the Year. Once the five finalists have been determined, we will tell you where you can go vote for them. The winner will be announced in May 2014. Read More
November 18, 2013
Barbara Park, Adored Creator of Junie B. Jones, Dies at 66 Years Old
"Barbara Park was best-known as the creator and author of the New York Times bestselling Junie B. Jones series, published by Random House Books for Young Readers, the stories of an outrageously funny kindergartner who has kept kids (and their grownups) laughing—and reading—for over two decades. The series has sold 55 million copies in North America alone, has been translated into multiple languages and is a beloved and time-honored staple in elementary school classrooms around the world. Read More
November 15, 2013
CBC Diversity Newsletter: November 2013 v. 2
Twice a month, CBC Diversity — which advocates for an inclusive and representative children’s book industry — rounds-up relevant news in children’s books and diversity. Read More
November 15, 2013
Random House Announces New Book Marketing Partnership with Pinterest
Random House is among the first businesses to add Pinterest's API (application programming interface) to their websites, with the goal of making content sharing more integrated and convenient for all users. Read More
November 15, 2013
National Coalition Against Censorship Names Sherman Alexie a ‘Defender of Free Speech’
The National Coalition Against Censorship (NCAC) has named Sherman Alexie a 'Defender of Free Speech.' Throughout his career, the young adult author has frequently spoken out against book banning. His National Book Award-winning title, 'The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian,' has often been a target for censorship. Read More
November 14, 2013
CBC Diversity: Industry Q&A with Author Sharon Dennis Wyeth
Wyeth talks about her most recent book, The Granddaughter Necklace, what diversity means to her, and more. Read More
November 14, 2013
Faith Erin Hicks Signs Trilogy Deal with First Second
Award-winning cartoonist Faith Erin Hicks has signed a three-book deal with First Second, an imprint of Macmillan Children's Publishing Group. She plans to create a graphic novel trilogy entitled The Nameless City. Read More
November 13, 2013
20th Century Fox Builds Two Little Libraries to Promote ‘The Book Thief’ Movie
20th Century Fox and Little Free Library have teamed up for a 'Book Thief'-themed movie promotion. Two custom-built Little Libraries have been installed in New York City and Los Angeles. Read More
November 13, 2013
That Hope: Matt de la Peña and the Tough Guys Who Write Stories
A few years ago, when Matt de la Peña -- author of new release The Living along with award-winning Mexican WhiteBoy, and more -- spoke at a school in San Antonio, one kid was pointed out to him: a kid who sat in the back row and jostled the kid next to him. A kid named Joshua, who the principal assured Matt would be removed from the room if he began to act up. Read More
November 12, 2013
S&S Books for Young Readers to Publish What Does the Fox Say? by Viral Video Sensation Ylvis in December 2013
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing, announced today plans to publish What Does the Fox Say?, a cheerful and quirky picture book written by the comedy duo Ylvis. The song the book is based on, “The Fox,” was released as a three-minute video on YouTube and quickly garnered over 200 million views since its debut in September 2013. Read More
November 12, 2013
Macmillan Launches Swoon Reads Publishing Platform
Jean Feiwel and her team drew inspiration for 'Swoon Reads,' a publishing website that involves crowdsourcing, from reality TV shows that feature a public voting element such as 'American Idol' and 'The X Factor.' Macmillan launched the site, which specializes in romance stories, in September 2013. Read More
November 11, 2013
Enhanced “Common Sense for Common Core” Website Provides Information and Resources for Educators and Parents
Nonfiction and literature book lists and expert videos among the additions to the Scholastic Common Core website. Read More
November 9, 2013
SCBWI to Reprise the On-The-Verge Emerging Voices Award for Diverse Authors and Illustrators
The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) is pleased to announce the continuation of the On-The-Verge Emerging Voices Award. The annual award, established by SCBWI and funded by Martin and Sue Schmitt, will be given to two writers or illustrators who are from ethnic and/or cultural backgrounds that are traditionally under-represented in children’s literature... Read More
November 8, 2013
Library of Congress Selects James Patterson as First ‘Champion of the Young Readers Center’
The Library of Congress has chosen James Patterson to serve as the first Champion of the Young Readers Center. In recent years, Patterson has become especially passionate about writing middle-grade stories. His current ongoing children's book series include: Middle School; I, Funny; and Treasure Hunters. Read More
November 8, 2013
Should the Government Mandate Early Education Programs?
Increasingly, research has shown that the best way to tackle American economic inequality may be by investing in pre-K programs. A new study from Stanford University has demonstrated that achievement gaps for children may set in as early as 18 months. Read More
November 7, 2013
Arizona State University Wins the 2013 Estela and Raúl Mora Award
Arizona State University/Tempe (ASU) has been declared the winner of the 2013 Estela and Raúl Mora Award. This is the first time that a university has won this award, which was established in 2000 to honor the most exemplary culminating celebration of El día de los niños, El día de los libros/Children’s Day, Book Day. Read More
November 7, 2013
Jane Eyre for Toddlers
The market for board book adaptations of literary classics like Les Misérables and Jane Eyre and other high-end fare is booming, fed by parents who are eager to cultivate the artistic sensibilities of their children from a young age. Read More
November 6, 2013
Margaret K. McElderry Books to Release ‘Mouseheart,’ Epic Fantasy Series, in May 2014
Margaret K. McElderry Books, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing, is thrilled to announce the publication of MOUSEHEART by Lisa Fiedler, the start of an epic animal fantasy series reminiscent of Erin Hunter’s Warriors and Brian Jacques’ Redwall, in May 2014. Read More
November 6, 2013
The New York Times Book Review Unveils 10 Best Illustrated Children’s Books for 2013
Since 1952, the Book Review has assembled an independent panel of three judges to select the year's best illustrated children's picture books from a pool of thousands. The selected titles will be showcased in a special Children's Book Section in the November 10 Sunday Times Book Review.
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November 5, 2013
Sylvan Dell Revamps Ebook Platform with Fun eReader
Releasing this week from Sylvan Dell Publishing is a revamped version of the subscription model eBooks under the heading Fun eReader. The new eBook platform allows for simultaneous access to the publishers 90 titles across a multitude of computer and tablet options. Read More
November 5, 2013
Michigan State Librarian Nancy Robertson Fights for School Libraries
Nancy Robertson, the State Librarian of Michigan, has taken it upon herself to advocate for school librarians. She has been working for five years on a program called "School Libraries in the 21st Century" (SL21). Read More
November 5, 2013
Reading in a Digital Age: Paper May Trump Screens in Reading Comprehension and Retention for Young Readers
Parents, educators, and the publishing industry have been atwitter for a long while about the benefits and disadvantages of screens vs. paper for reading, particularly for children. Research conducted over two decades suggests that people may "understand and remember text they read on paper better than on a screen." Read More
November 4, 2013
Eight Children’s Books to Be Given Away on World Book Night 2014
World Book Night is scheduled to take place on April 23, 2014 in the United States. A diverse array of children's titles have been chosen to be given away on that night. Read More
November 2, 2013
New Children’s Bookstore, Let’s Play Books!, to Open in Emmaus, PA
Let's Play Books!, a new children's bookstore, plans to open its doors early this winter in Emmaus, PA. A soft opening is planned for December 5 at the latest, but ideally the store would like to open on November 30 to coincide with Small Business Saturday. Read More
November 1, 2013
Celebrate Picture Book Month All November Long!
It’s time! Around the world, schools, libraries, booksellers, and book lovers are coming together to celebrate print picture books throughout the month of November. Read More
November 1, 2013
CBC Diversity Newsletter: November 2013 v.1
Twice a month, CBC Diversity — which advocates for an inclusive and representative children’s book industry — rounds-up relevant news in children’s books and diversity Read More
November 1, 2013
Are Ebook Subscription Services Viable?
Many in the publishing industry are skeptical about the viability of subscription-based book platforms like Oyster and Scribd. Forrester analyst James McQuivey, Ph.D. sets forth the reasons why he thinks they will succeed in the consumer marketplace. Read More
November 1, 2013
Children’s Book Authors & Illustrators Protest Excessive Standardized Testing
A group of children's book authors and illustrators have signed their names to a letter addressed to President Barack Obama, expressing their opposition to what they see as the public education system's excessive emphasis on standardized testing. Signees include Judy Blume, Lisa Yee, and Jane Yolen. Read More
October 31, 2013
New Imprint to be Established at Simon & Schuster Children’s Books
Simon & Schuster will establish and run a new imprint focusing on books within the science-fiction, fanatasy, and horror genres. Jon Anderson, the Executive Vice President and Publisher who manages the company's children's books division, will oversee this venture. The editors will acquire manuscripts for "YA and above" readers. Read More
October 31, 2013
‘Endangered’ Author Eliot Schrefer’s Take on Writing for Adults vs. Writing for Teens
Eliot Schrefer, acclaimed YA author of Endangered, had written several books for older  audiences before he began writing for young adults. Though at first unsure of the "YA" label, he has come to staunchly defend it -- and does so brilliantly in this opinion piece for The New York Times. Read More
October 30, 2013
David Levithan to Pen ‘Every Day’ Companion Novel
David Levithan, a longtime editor at Scholastic and an award-winning young adult author, announced that he would write a companion novel to his 2012 book, Every Day. Knopf Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Random House Children's Books, will release Rhiannon in Spring 2015. Read More
October 30, 2013
Just Launched: Writer’s Success Academy, Founded by Award-Winning Author Alan Sitomer
Award-winning author Alan Sitomer has created a free resource for writers called the Writer's Success Academy. Throughout NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) in November, Sitomer will provide one post per day -- with tips, encouragement, and advice. Read More
October 29, 2013
Random House Children’s Acquires Figment, Online Teen Community for Readers and Writers
Random House Children’s Books has acquired Figment, an online teen community for readers and writers with over 300,000 registered users, it was announced today by Barbara Marcus, President & Publisher, Random House Children’s Books. Read More
October 29, 2013
Judy Blume Wins the 2013 NAIBA Legacy Award
The New Atlantic Independent Booksellers Association (NAIBA) has declared Judy Blume as the winner of the 2013 Legacy Award. Many of the stories in her beloved books are set in the New Atlantic region including Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret and Tiger Eyes. Read More
October 29, 2013
Scholastic President Discusses Educational Text — From Book Fairs to Digital Technology
Dick Robinson, President and CEO of Scholastic, Inc, was featured in The Wall Street Journal's "Boss Talk" to elaborate on Scholastic's new focus on digital educational materials. Throughout the interview, Robinson specified that the shift in medium does not mean a change in content, or in the goals of educational reading and outreach. Read More
October 28, 2013
CBC Diversity: Keeping Diamonds
Andrea Davis Pinkney -- Vice President, Executive Editor at Scholastic -- weighs in on retaining people of color in publishing Read More
October 28, 2013
Twentieth Century Fox Delays Theatrical Release of ‘The Maze Runner’ Movie
Twentieth Century Fox has pushed the release of The Maze Runner movie adaptation to a later date. Previously, a theatrical release had been set for February 14, 2014. Read More
October 28, 2013
Scholastic Gets Goosebumps for R.L. Stine’s Spooky Social Media Takeover
Bestselling author to interact with fans on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at 2:00 p.m. (EDT). Read More
October 25, 2013
DIVERGENT Producer Lands 2-Book Deal for New Young Adult Sci-Fi series
G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers, a subsidiary of big five publisher Penguin Random House, signed DIVERGENT producer Pouya Shahbazian and co-author Sarah Fine to a two-book, six-figure deal for an upcoming young adult series, starting with debut novel SCAN. Read More
October 25, 2013
Darkness Should Be Visible: Robin Wasserman on How “Stephen King Saved [Her] Life”
In The Atlantic's new series, By Heart, authors discuss their all-time favorite passages in literature. Here, Robin Wasserman, author of (among others) The Cold Awakening trilogy, The Book of Blood and Shadow, and most recently, The Waking Dark, shares a passage from Stephen King's It. Read More
October 24, 2013
Malala Yousafzai, International Advocate for Education, to Pen Young Readers Edition of Her Remarkable Story
I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood up for Education and Changed the World to Be Cowritten with National Book Award–Finalist Patricia McCormick. National Publication Date for Hardcover, Digital, and Audio Editions is August 5, 2014. Read More
October 24, 2013
Librarians: Apply for an ALSC Día Family Book Club Mini-Grant!
Up to 15 mini-grants will be awarded at $2,000 each to public libraries that demonstrate a need to better address diversity within their communities through Día Family Book Club programs. Read More
October 23, 2013
New Study Finds that Language Gap Between Rich and Poor Children Begins Earlier Than Previously Thought
A new study conducted by Anne Fernald, a psychologist at Stanford University, shows that 2-year-old children of lower-income families may already be six months behind their wealthier counterparts in language development, putting them at a serious disadvantage in later school years. Earlier research had demonstrated a pronounced language gap by age 3.   Read More
October 23, 2013
Tom Angleberger to Create Book 5 in the ‘Origami Yoda’ Series
Tom Angleberger has been working on the fifth title in the 'Origami Yoda' book series, Princess Labelmaker To the Rescue!. Read More
October 22, 2013
Scholastic, HandsOn Network Announce Winners of Fifth Annual Clifford the Big Red Dog® BE BIG™ in Your Community Contest
The BE BIG Fund Awards $10,000 in Community Grants to Support Civic Engagement to the BIGGEST Ideas Inspired By Clifford. Michigan Teacher’s BIG Idea Receives $5,000 Grand Prize. Read More
October 21, 2013
Macmillan Makes Entire Ebook Backlist Available to Libraries
On October 18th, 2013, Baker & Taylor, the world's largest distributor of entertainment products and books both digital and physical, announced that they were making Macmillan's entire ebook backlist of over 11,000 titles available to all public libraries. Read More
October 21, 2013
#1 New York Times Bestselling Author Chris Colfer Builds on Success of Land of Stories Series with a New Three-Book Deal at Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
On the heels of the international success of his Land of Stories series, #1 New York Times bestselling author and award-winning actor Chris Colfer will publish two new books in the popular series, as well as his debut picture book, with Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, it was announced today by Megan Tingley, Executive Vice President and Publisher. Read More
October 18, 2013
The Second CBC Diversity October Newsletter Has Arrived! Don’t forget to sign up here to receive this biweekly gem in your inbox. Click to view CBC Diversity Newsletter October 2013 v. 2 on GLOSSI.COM Read More
October 18, 2013
CBC Forum: New Markets, New Opportunities
The CBC's October 10th forum at Hachette Book Group's headquarters illuminated innovative approaches and channels for reaching young readers. The panelists were Aurora Anaya-Cerda, owner of La Casa Azul Bookstore; Jess Brallier, publisher of Poptropica; and Felix Brandon Lloyd, founder of Zoobean. The discussion was moderated by Carol Fitzgerald of The Book Report Network. Read More
October 18, 2013
Laini Taylor to Release a ‘Daughter of Smoke & Bone’ Novella
Laini Taylor has written a Daughter of Smoke & Bone novella titled Night of Cake & Puppets. Little Brown Books for Young Readers will digitally publish this book on November 26, 2013. Read More
October 18, 2013
Neil Gaiman on the Future of Reading and Libraries
On October 15, Neil Gaiman delivered the Reading Agency's second annual lecture at the Barbican in London, asserting that reading and libraries are not only worthwhile and important, but essential.       Read More
October 17, 2013
CBC Diversity: Industry Q&A with Author-Illustrator Don Tate When you were a child or young adult, what book first opened your eyes to the diversity of the world? I didn’t read books as much as I should have. I struggled with comprehension and retention. There was plenty of Dr. Seuss and Mother Goose aroun... Read More
October 17, 2013
2013 National Book Award Finalists Revealed
The 2013 National Book Award finalists have been revealed. Five children's literature creators have been recognized in the Young People’s Literature category. Past winners include William Alexander, Nancy Farmer, and Sherman Alexie. Read More
October 17, 2013
FableVision Studios and Reading Is Fundamental Present Free Reading Apps for Kids at Boston Book Festival
Free Apps to Be Highlighted at Open House Party and at Festival Booth with Interactive Robot. Read More
October 16, 2013
Currituck County School Board Votes to Keep Challenged Library Book on Shelves
The Kids’ Right to Read Project (KRRP) is celebrating a 4-1 vote by the Currituck County School Board that will keep Tanya Lee Stone’s A Bad Boy Can Be Good for A Girl on high school library shelves. A parent filed a formal request that the book be banned because of sexual content and language. Read More
October 15, 2013
Boston Celtics and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Launch Partnership with a Day of Volunteerism at Ellis Elementary School in Roxbury
Special guests from the Celtics join HMH volunteers to create inspirational learning spaces and promote literacy. Read More
October 14, 2013
Scholastic, Mars Institute and Seti Institute Take Flight with the Launch of New Nonfiction Book ‘Mission: Mars’
Authored by Space Scientist Dr. Pascal Lee; Available Exclusively Through Scholastic Reading Club in October and at Bookstores Nationwide in November. Read More
October 10, 2013
New, Free Scholastic Book Fairs App Helps Parents Find the Right Children’s Book in a Snap
Leveraging Qualcomm Vuforia Technology, App Gives Parents and Teachers Quick and Easy Access to Reading Level, Book Synopsis, and More while Shopping at Scholastic Book Fairs. Read More
October 10, 2013
‘Wonder’, the #1 ‘New York Times’ Bestselling Middle-Grade Novel, Reaches 1 Million Copies Sold in North America
The book that sparked a national movement reaches 1 million mark in 18 months Read More
October 9, 2013
Scholastic to Publish Two New Captain Underpants Books Plus Newly Re-Illustrated Editions of Dav Pilkey’s Ricky Ricotta Series
New Ricky Ricotta Editions to Begin Publication May 2014; Captain Underpants #11 & #12 to Release in August 2014 and August 2015. Read More
October 8, 2013
How is the World of Children’s Picture Books Changing?
Rachael Cole, art director for Schwartz & Wade at Random House Children's Books, offers some insight into the impact of globalization, technology, and eBooks on today's illustrated children's books in this slideshare. Read More
October 8, 2013
Kids Prefer Tablets for Digital Reading
A new report shows that children who habitually read digital books prefer to do so with a tablet versus an eReader. Apple's iPad device enjoys great popularity. Read More
October 8, 2013
Bloomsbury Spark to Launch in December
Bloomsbury Publishing will establish a digital imprint called "Bloomsbury Spark." Meredith Rich, the editor of this publishing venture, plans to acquire manuscripts of all genres. Read More
October 7, 2013
Send in Your Presentation Proposals for the 2014 YALSA Symposium
The Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) has put the call out for program proposals and paper presentations. These submissions will be evaluated to be possibly featured at the 2014 Young Adult Literature Symposium. Read More
October 7, 2013
Second Annual Class of National Student Poets Appointed to Serve One Year as Literary Ambassadors
Class of Five High School Writers Selected by White House Committee for the National Student Poets Program, the Nation’s Highest Honor for Youth Poets. Read More
October 4, 2013
Sign up here for the bi-monthly CBC Diversity Newsletter!
Twice a month, CBC Diversity — which advocates for an inclusive and representative children’s book industry — rounds-up relevant news in children’s books and diversity. Read More

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