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Rights Report: Week of December 2, 2024

| 12/03/2024 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Elle Grenier, Tess Holliday, Kelly Coon, and others.
HarperCollins Acquires Kiera Azar's YA Romantasy Debut at Auction

By Iyana Jones | 11/26/2024 @ 04:00PM

HarperCollins has acquired singer-songwriter and actor Kiera Azar's debut YA fantasy novel 'Thorn Season' in a multi-publisher auction.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of December 2, 2024

| 11/26/2024 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a survey of people who love their work, a middle grade novel about a family fleeing Soviet forces, a YA thriller about stranded teens, and more.
Rights Report: Week of November 25, 2024

| 11/26/2024 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Marieke Nijkamp, Gary D. Schmidt, Ron Koertge, and others.
2024 Holiday Books for Kids and Teens

| 11/25/2024 @ 09:00AM

Get into the holiday spirit with our roundup of seasonal books for young readers, including a wintry spin on an ABCs classic, a picture book about showing loved ones grace, a graphic novel about best friends on their best behavior for Santa, and more.
On Tour with Katherine Rundell

Compiled by Emma Kantor | 11/21/2024 @ 03:00PM

Last month, U.K. author Katherine Rundell crossed the Atlantic for a North American tour in celebration of the launch of 'Impossible Creatures,' the first in her worlds-hopping middle grade fantasy trilogy.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of November 25, 2024

| 11/21/2024 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a polar bear’s migration, a middle grade series conclusion about an epic rescue mission, a queer YA reimagining of Robin Hood, and more.
Cover Reveal: 'Blood in the Water' by Tiffany D. Jackson

By Iyana Jones | 11/19/2024 @ 04:00PM

Author Tiffany D. Jackson is bringing her signature frights to a new age range with her middle grade debut 'Blood in the Water,' set for release next July from Scholastic Press.
'Princess Academy' to Celebrate 20 Years

By Sally Lodge | 11/19/2024 @ 03:00PM

Still in session after two decades, Shannon Hale’s 'Princess Academy' will have an updated look next year when Bloomsbury releases a 20th-anniversary edition of this 2006 Newbery Honor book on July 1.
Rights Report: Week of November 18, 2024

| 11/19/2024 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Julie Murphy, Natalie C. Parker, Noelle Monét, and others.
Putnam Locks Down 'The Escape Game' by Marissa Meyer and Tamara Moss

By Nathalie op de Beeck | 11/14/2024 @ 04:00PM

In a competitive six-house auction, Putnam has acquired 'The Escape Game', a YA mystery thriller co-authored by Lunar Chronicles author Marissa Meyer and Lintang series author Tamara Moss; publication is scheduled for April 2026.
U.K. Author Cynthia Murphy Lands Three-Book Deal with Delacorte

By Iyana Jones | 11/14/2024 @ 04:00PM

Following a successful slate of U.K. releases and U.S imports, author Cynthia Murphy will pen new YA thrillers under a three-book deal with Delacorte Press.
Cover Reveal: 'El Niño' by Pam Muñoz Ryan

By Joanne O’Sullivan | 11/14/2024 @ 04:00PM

Pam Muñoz Ryan's new middle grade novel, 'El Niño,' is due out next May from Scholastic Press; the cover by Pura Belpré Award-winning illustrator Joe Cepeda is seen here for the first time,
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of November 18, 2024

| 11/14/2024 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a middle grade novel about tweens at summer camp, a middle grade book following a people pleaser's journey to advocating for herself, a YA fantasy closer about intruders during a magical celebration, and more.
Cover Reveal: 'J vs. K' by Kwame Alexander and Jerry Craft

By Joanne O’Sullivan | 11/12/2024 @ 04:00PM

Newbery Medalists Kwame Alexander and Jerry Craft are collaborating on a new middle grade book, 'J vs. K,' due out from Little, Brown next May.
Rights Report: Week of November 11, 2024

| 11/12/2024 @ 02:00PM

New deals for Leslie Vedder, Karyn Lee, J.T. Petty, and others.
New and Noteworthy Children's and YA Books: November 2024

| 11/11/2024 @ 09:00AM

This month’s notable titles include a middle grade novel about a creature struggling with her powers, a graphic novel following a two-spirited Ojibwe tween, a YA book about a deadly internship, and more.
Bob Books Gets a Makeover, Enters Preschool Market

By Pamela Brill | 11/07/2024 @ 03:00PM

After more than 40 years of teaching children to read via phonics, Bob Books is ready to expand its reach and update its look for a more contemporary audience.
New Kids' and YA Books: Week of November 11, 2024

| 11/07/2024 @ 02:00PM

Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book biography about an Iranian cultural icon, a graphic novel about the friendship of two dancers, a YA fantasy trilogy closer, and more.
Children's Books Land on Oprah's Favorite Things List

By Shannon Maughan | 11/05/2024 @ 03:00PM

One of the hallmarks of the holiday shopping season has arrived: Oprah’s Favorite Things, Oprah Winfrey’s annual list of must-have gifts. And this year, two works for children made the cut.

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