Today we're thrilled to reveal the cover for middle grade novel-in-verse Mascot by Charles Waters and Traci Sorell! The cover art is by Nicole Neidhardt (Diné), with the cover design and internal art directed by Diane Earley. The book was edited by Karen Boss and will be released on September 5, … [Read more...] about Cover Reveal for Mascot by Charles Waters and Traci Sorell
Q&A
Ask WNDB: Starting A Career in Publishing with Editor Feather Flores
With our Ask WNDB column, we get industry insiders to answer your burning questions! This month we discuss how to start a career in publishing with Feather Flores, editor at Atheneum Books for Young Readers. * What advice would you give to someone who writes, “I am a high school student who is … [Read more...] about Ask WNDB: Starting A Career in Publishing with Editor Feather Flores
Spilling the Tea: Author Suma Subramaniam on Maximizing Your Time
Welcome to Spilling the Tea, a feature where we ask authors all about craft, industry ins and outs, and more! This week we have Suma Subramaniam on the WNDB blog to discuss time management, writing habits, and avoiding burnout. * What's your advice for people balancing writing with a day job … [Read more...] about Spilling the Tea: Author Suma Subramaniam on Maximizing Your Time
Filipinx Stories: A Celebration
By Pamela Delupio Each year in October, we celebrate Filipinx American History Month to commemorate the arrival of the first Filipinx people in America in what is known today as Morro Bay, CA in October of 1587. We not only share our history, but our culture, loves, and beliefs in honor of our … [Read more...] about Filipinx Stories: A Celebration
Cover Reveal & Exclusive Q&A for Speculation by Nisi Shawl
Today we're thrilled to reveal the cover for middle grade fantasy debut Speculation by Nisi Shawl! The cover was illustrated by Hillary Wilson. The book was designed by Neil Swaab and will be released on February 14, 2023 by Tu Books at Lee & Low. Preorder it here, here, here, or here. Read on … [Read more...] about Cover Reveal & Exclusive Q&A for Speculation by Nisi Shawl
Cover Reveal & Exclusive Excerpt for Heroes of the Water Monster by Brian Young
Today we're excited to reveal the cover for Heroes of the Water Monster by Brian Young! The cover was illustrated by Shonto Begay. The book will be released on May 23, 2023 by Heartdrum/HarperCollins. Preorder it here or here. Read on for a Q&A with the author and an exclusive excerpt! Edward … [Read more...] about Cover Reveal & Exclusive Excerpt for Heroes of the Water Monster by Brian Young
Q&A With Varsha Bajaj, Thirst
By Danielle Wilkinson Today we're pleased to welcome Varsha Bajaj to the WNDB blog to discuss middle grade novel Thirst, out since July 19, 2022! The riveting story of a heroic girl who fights for her belief that water should be for everyone. Minni lives in the poorest part of Mumbai, where … [Read more...] about Q&A With Varsha Bajaj, Thirst
Spilling the Tea: Author Meredith Ireland on Querying
Welcome to Spilling the Tea, a new feature where we ask authors all about craft, industry ins and outs, and more! This week we have Meredith Ireland on the WNDB blog to discuss the (often dreaded but necessary) practice of querying, which involves pitching not only your manuscript but yourself to … [Read more...] about Spilling the Tea: Author Meredith Ireland on Querying
Ask WNDB: Breaking In with Literary Agent Larissa Melo Pienkowski
Welcome to Ask WNDB! Publishing is famously opaque as an industry. Our goal is to help even the playing field by demystifying it and offering answers to burning questions about timely topics. This week we're pleased to welcome to the WNDB blog Larissa Melo Pienkowski from Jill Grinberg Literary to … [Read more...] about Ask WNDB: Breaking In with Literary Agent Larissa Melo Pienkowski