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Ellen Oh Reflects on 10 Years of We Need Diverse Books
PW spoke with the co-founder of WNDB about the group’s beginnings, its accomplishments, the impact of book bans, and what people can do to combat censorship.
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Christina Wyman on Why Children's Books Can Be the First Line of Defense Against Cruelty
The author of 'Jawbreaker' and "Slouch' addresses why it’s important to represent the reality of bullying and other difficult childhood experiences for young readers, however painful.
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Reading with Olympia, Ira, Harry, and Bhoomi: Three Out of Four Ain’t Bad!
Former children's book publisher Betsy Groban continues her column charting the reading habits of her four young grandkids, including favorite titles and emerging literacy skills.
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Two New Books Honor Legendary Illustrators James Marshall and Arnold Lobel
George and Martha and Frog and Toad are among the most memorable duos in children’s literature, beloved for the way their relationships convey the true value of friendship. Their creators, James Marshall and Arnold Lobel, are now the subjects of two picture book biographies.
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Fierce Reads Take 'Sour' and 'Sweet' Tours
Fierce Reads recently sent a slate of YA authors on dovetailing book tours, highlighting four authors of “sour” thrilling tales and four authors of “sweet” romantasy stories.
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Licensing Hotline: June 2025
Read on for news about Peppa Pig titles, classic and tie-in publishing leading up to a new animated Cat in the Hat movie, a new HarperPop graphic novel from popular gamer Aphmau, licensed merchandise based on Lauren Roberts’ Powerless, and more.
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In Brief: June 5, 2025
Recently an author received an award, a proposal took place at a launch event, a picture book creator held a discussion, a bookstore welcomed guests for a book launch, an author took her book launch digital, and students made crafts for an author’s visit.
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Ben Clanton Expands Narwhal and Jelly Series into Picture Books
The author-illustrator is bringing the aquatic stars of his popular early graphic novel series into a new format in This Book Is Dangerous!: A Narwhal and Jelly Picture Book.
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Moving On Up: Ann Liang
The Chinese Australian author has been sustaining a tenacious release schedule since the 2022 release of her debut YA novel 'If You Could See the Sun,' which is being developed into a TV series; Liang has released six books for YA and adult readers in just three years, with more on the horizon.
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Why Reimagining Classic Literature as Modern Graphic Novels Is So Important for Young and Reluctant Readers
Rex Ogle reflects on his forthcoming book, 'Dan in Green Gables,' a graphic novel retelling of the children’s classic by L.M. Montgomery.
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