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Four Questions for Vashti Harrison
We spoke with author-illustrator Vashti Harrison about her new picture book, 'Big,' how adultification specifically impacts Black girls, and the vital importance of children feeling safe taking up space.
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Why the Current String of Book Bans Hurt Teens More Than Any Other Demographic
Debut YA novelist Deborah Crossland reflects on why book bans hinder teens most of all by denying access to stories that reflect their shifting identities and the issues they face.
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Four Questions for Thanhhà Lại
This spring, Thanhhà Lại will publish a sequel to her debut novel in verse, 'Inside Out & Back Again,' dramatizing the next phase of her heroine Hà’s refugee experience.
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Q & A with Becky Albertalli
We spoke with Becky Albertalli about her new YA novel, 'Imogen, Obviously,' and the complexities of denial, biphobia, and being an ally within the LGBTQ+ community.
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A Veteran of the Book-Banning Wars on the Importance of Speaking Out
Free speech advocate Claudia Johnson writes, "The most important thing I can say to inspire others to fight book banning is show up. And speak out. Because the answer to less speech is more."
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Four Questions for Alyson Derrick
Alyson Derrick makes her solo debut with YA novel 'Forget Me Not,' following her first novel, rom-com 'She Gets the Girl,' co-written with her wife, Rachael Lippincott.
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Four Questions for F.T. Lukens
PW spoke with 'Spell Bound' author F.T. Lukens about their inventive worldbuilding, multifaceted characters, and the power of fantasy to make queer teens feel seen.
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Obituary: Julie Anne Peters
Award-winning author Julie Anne Peters, best known for her groundbreaking YA novels featuring complex LGBTQ+ characters navigating relationships and exploring issues of identity, died on March 21 following a long illness; she was 71.
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Terms of Anthropomorphism: PW Talks with Katherine Applegate
This year, Katherine Applegate will add four books to her oeuvre—three new titles and a paperback reprint of her 2017 middle grade novel 'Wishtree.'
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Q & A with Nikki Shannon Smith
We spoke with teacher and author Nikki Shannon Smith Smith about finding her voice, how her teaching and writing influence each other, and what fuels her writing for children of color, and all children.
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In Conversation: Joy Harjo and Michaela Goade
We asked former U.S. poet laureate Joy Harjo and Caldecott Medalist Michaela Goade to discuss their collaboration on 'Remember,' a picture book adaptation of Harjo's poem of the same name.
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On Tour with Adam Rubin
Author Adam Rubin went on tour recently to promote his new middle grade short story collection 'The Human Kaboom'; he traveled across eight states over the course of his two-week tour; we've rounded up the highlights.
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A Busy Spring for M.T. Anderson
In January, the National Book Award–winning author attended the Sundance debut of 'Landscape with Invisible Hand,' the film based on his 2017 novel; and in April, his next novel, 'Elf Dog and Owl Head,' comes out from Candlewick.
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First Person: Remembering Michael Gruenbaum
Liesa Abrams, v-p and editor-in-chief of Labyrinth Road, reflects on the powerful experience of working with the late Michael Gruenbaum on his Holocaust memoir.
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Q & A with April Henry
April Henry spoke with PW about her new YA mystery, 'Girl Forgotten,' the ethical dilemma of telling crime stories, and the perfect victim myth.
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Ridiculous Magic: PW Talks with Stacey Lee
The new middle grade fantasy Winston Chu vs. the Whimsies offers a mix of magic and Chinese folklore. (Sponsored)
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Book Community Rallies Around Author After Disappointing Tour Event
Jamar J. Perry shared how he transformed a disappointing tour experience into a positive one, with help from the children's book community.
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The Serendipitous Collaboration of Peter H. Reynolds and Marc Colagiovanni
We took a look at the story behind 'When Things Aren't Going Right, Go Left,' a picture book by debut author Marc Colagiovanni, featuring art by celebrated picture book creator Peter H. Reynolds, whose collaboration sprung from a fortuitous introduction.
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Q & A with Dan Nott
In 'Hidden Systems,' comics creator Dan Nott looks under the ground and behind cinderblock walls to detect the wires behind our wi-fi and the pipes connecting our plumbing.
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In Conversation: Linda Sue Park and Ellen Oh
We asked Linda Sue Park, Newbery Medalist and founder of the new Allida imprint, and Ellen Oh, co-founder of We Need Diverse Books, to discuss the impetus behind Allida and their work on its inaugural title.
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