Today we're delighted to reveal the cover for Sister Friend by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, illustrated by Shahrzad Maydani! The book was designed by Heather Kelly, edited by Erica Finkel and Courtney Code, and will be released on May 7, 2024 by Abrams Books for Young Readers. Preorder it here, here, … [Read more...] about Cover Reveal for Sister Friend by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow, illustrated by Shahrzad Maydani
Cover Reveal for Churro Stand/El Carrito de Churros by Karina N. González, illustrated by Krystal Quiles
Today we're thrilled to reveal the covers for Churro Stand/El Carrito de Churros by Karina N. González, illustrated by Krystal Quiles! The book was designed by Melissa Nelson Greenberg and will be released on April 16, 2024 in both English and Spanish by Cameron Kids. Preorder it in English here or … [Read more...] about Cover Reveal for Churro Stand/El Carrito de Churros by Karina N. González, illustrated by Krystal Quiles
Cover Reveal for The Colliding Worlds of Mina Lee by Ellen Oh
Today we're thrilled to reveal the cover for The Colliding Worlds of Mina Lee by Ellen Oh! The cover was illustrated by Audrey Mok. This young adult novel will be released on January 23, 2024 by Crown Books for Young Readers. Preorder it here, here, or here. Keep scrolling for an exclusive letter … [Read more...] about Cover Reveal for The Colliding Worlds of Mina Lee by Ellen Oh
Cover Reveal for Mango Memories by Sita Singh, illustrated by Nabi H. Ali
Today we're thrilled to reveal the cover for Mango Memories by Sita Singh, illustrated by Nabi H. Ali! The book was edited by Anne Schwartz, assembled under the art direction of Sarah Hokanson, and will be released on April 9, 2024 by Anne Schwartz Books. Preorder it here, here, here, and … [Read more...] about Cover Reveal for Mango Memories by Sita Singh, illustrated by Nabi H. Ali
Family Is Often at the Center of Stories
By Jennifer Baker My grandma was known to quote verses—“do unto others…” was a fave. As a kid, I listened intently beside my aunt or mother as they read me fairy tales about how generosity and patience was often rewarded over selfishness and greed. These stories served as markers for what’s … [Read more...] about Family Is Often at the Center of Stories
Meet the 2023 Penguin Random House Creative Writing Awards Winners
This week, the 2023 winners of the Penguin Random House Creative Writing Awards will be attending a series of professional development workshops, including a roundtable with publishing professionals, a networking seminar, and fireside chat with author Namina Forna. We checked in with the recent high … [Read more...] about Meet the 2023 Penguin Random House Creative Writing Awards Winners
Joint Letter to the Superintendent and School Board in Pinellas County, Florida
The Pinellas County school district in Florida has recently flagged 87 books for further review before they can be made available for student use. Many of these titles have received the Sunshine State Young Readers Award or the Florida Teens Read Award, both given by the Florida Association for … [Read more...] about Joint Letter to the Superintendent and School Board in Pinellas County, Florida
Cover Reveal for Relit: 16 Latinx Remixes of Classic Stories, edited by Sandra Proudman
Today we're delighted to reveal the cover for Relit: 16 Latinx Remixes of Classic Stories, edited by Sandra Proudman! The cover was illustrated by Valentino Lasso. The book was designed by Erin Craig, edited by Meghan Maria McCullough, and will be released on February 6, 2024 by Inkyard Press. … [Read more...] about Cover Reveal for Relit: 16 Latinx Remixes of Classic Stories, edited by Sandra Proudman
Cover Reveal for A Flicker of Hope by Cynthia Harmony, illustrated by Devon Holzwarth
Today we're thrilled to reveal the cover for A Flicker of Hope: A Story of Migration by Cynthia Harmony, illustrated by Devon Holzwarth! The cover was also illustrated by Devon Holzwarth and designed by Opal Roengchai. The book was edited by Liza Kaplan and Maggie Rosenthal and will be released on … [Read more...] about Cover Reveal for A Flicker of Hope by Cynthia Harmony, illustrated by Devon Holzwarth
