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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 Re-Imagining 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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2025 Silver Unicorn Bookstore Kids' Graphic Novel Festival in Photos
The Silver Unicorn Bookstore in Acton, Mass., opened its doors to readers for its third annual Kids' Graphic Novel Festival on May 3, drawing more than 3,000 guests for a day of panels, presentations, and a keynote speech from Gale Galligan.
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Children's Job Moves: May 2025
New Job Announcements in children’s publishing for May 2025.
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Bankruptcy Meeting Between Albert Whitman Owners, Creditors Turns Contentious
At a Section 341 meeting of creditors in Albert Whitman’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy petition on May 29, attorneys questioned the company’s owners on their stated reasons for the filing, while authors complained of recurring issues with royalty statements.
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