A ‘great shock’: Julianne Moore’s children’s book under review by Trump administration

The actor’s book Freckleface Strawberry is on a list of library books suspended for a ‘compliance review’ after a presidential executive orderJulianne Moore has said it is a “great shock” to learn that one of her books had been “banned by the Trump Administration” from schools serving the children of US military personnel and civilian defence employees.The Boogie Nights and Mary & George star wrote that she was “truly saddened” by the news in an Instagram post on Sunday. Continue reading... Continue reading at 'The Guardian'

[ The Guardian | 2025-02-17 14:15:45 UTC ]

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Inside a New Exhibit That Celebrates the Most Unappreciated Part of Children’s Books.

If you’ve ever opened a children’s book and thought this should be my wallpaper, know you’re in good company. Bruce Handy, the critic/journalist/humorist and multi-genre author, has been obsessed with inside covers for a while. So much so that this month, he puts on a new hat—curator. His... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2025-04-17 18:11:13 UTC ]
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The Good News Is, We Can Do Something: PW Talks with Sen. Raphael Warner

The Georgia senator’s new children’s book series based on biblical tales kicks off this month with Leo’s Lunch Box about a generous boy whose inexhaustible lunch box recalls the miracle of loaves and fishes that fed a multitude. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-04-15 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Goodnight, Moon is going postal. To celebrate, check out these children’s book stamps.

On May 2nd, the U.S. Postal Service will unveil a new stamp to kick off Children’s Book Week. The newest honoree to be cast Forever in adhesive is Margaret Wise Brown’s Goodnight, Moon. The new pane will pay tribute to your favorite bedtime story via Clement Hurd’s beloved illustrations. Letter... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2025-04-10 16:39:17 UTC ]
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The ALA Sues Over the Scuppering of the IMLS

A lawsuit filed in federal court on April 7 by the American Library Association and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees alleges that the Trump administration’s recent “evisceration” of the Institute of Museum and Library Services is both illegal and unconstitutional. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-04-08 04:00:00 UTC ]
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21 States Sue Trump Administration Over Scuttling of IMLS, Other Agencies

Attorneys general from 21 states have sued the Trump administration to block its recent efforts to scuttle the Institute of Museum and Library Services and several other federal agencies. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-04-07 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Publishers for Palestine condemns the Bologna Book Fair’s silence on Gaza.

Publishers for Palestine, a global solidarity collective of nearly 600 publishers across 50 countries, has condemned the ongoing silence of the world’s largest children’s book fair on the slaughter of children in Gaza. In a press release issued earlier today, the advocacy coalition took the... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2025-04-03 18:45:12 UTC ]
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Publishers Ask Congress to Defend Libraries as Federal Library Grant Funding Ends

Four of the Big Five publishers and Sourcebooks sent a letter to Congress on April 3 expressing “deep concern” for the nation’s libraries following a week of unprecedented turmoil orchestrated by the Trump administration at the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-04-03 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Babe at 30: why this much-loved film is one of the best cinematic translations of a children’s book

Babe is a film with real heart, based on a richly drawn children’s book which advocates for brains over brawn, respectful communication and common decency. Continue reading at The Conversation

[ The Conversation | 2025-04-02 16:17:08 UTC ]
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Bologna Children’s Book Fair To Partner With IPA on Malaysian Congress

An unprecedented IPA collaboration is created with for the 2026 congress, by a book fair that has IPA membership. The post Bologna Children’s Book Fair To Partner With IPA on Malaysian Congress appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2025-04-02 08:19:38 UTC ]
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Bologna Children’s Book Fair 2025: Marion Brunet Wins Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award

French author Marion Brunet is the winner of the 2025 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award, the world’s largest children’s book prize. The award was announced live from Stockholm on April 1 and broadcast simultaneously at the Bologna Children’s Book Fair. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-04-01 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Scholastic Has a Disappointing Third Quarter

Growing consumer caution and uncertainty surrounding federal government support for education resulted in results falling below expectations at the children’s book publisher’s last quarter. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-03-21 04:00:00 UTC ]
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The Chinese Children’s Book Market Continues to Evolve and Grow

Chinese children’s publishers are creating original works, quality translations, and tweaking their programs to meet rapid market changes. (Sponsored) Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-03-21 04:00:00 UTC ]
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The Chinese Children’s Book Market Continues to Evolve and Grow

Chinese children’s publishers are creating original works, quality translations, and tweaking their programs to meet rapid market changes. (Sponsored) Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-03-21 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Barbara Marcus to Retire from Random House Children’s Books

Barbara Marcus, one of the most prominent and influential figures in children’s book publishing for decades, will step down as president and publisher of Random House Children’s Books on May 1. She will be succeeded by Mallory Loehr, currently EVP and publisher of the Random House Books for... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-03-20 04:00:00 UTC ]
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At Bologna: IBBY’s International Children’s Book Day

During Bologna Children's Book Fair, IBBY's annual International Children's Book Day will be observed, this year sponsored by the Netherlands. The post At Bologna: IBBY’s International Children’s Book Day appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2025-03-19 23:32:04 UTC ]
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Executive Order Targets the Institute of Museum and Library Services

The ALA, EveryLibrary, and other organizations and individuals have rushed to defend the IMLS against the Trump Administration’s ongoing efforts to eliminate the agency, which plays a key role in distributing congressionally approved funds to libraries, museums, and archives across the country. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-03-17 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Bologna 2025: Expanding the Book Fair Tent

The Bologna Children’s Book Fair, scheduled from March 31 to April 3, will once again bring the book world to Italy as it continues to grow beyond its traditional remit focused on children’s books. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-03-14 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Bologna 2025: BCBF Welcomes Guest of Honor Estonia

Estonia will serve as Guest of Honor at the 2025 Bologna Children’s Book Fair, marking the Baltic nation’s first time in this prominent role at the world’s largest children’s publishing event. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-03-14 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Interview: Tori Amos on Her Children’s Book and Her Reading Life

His memoir “Growing Up” depicted her hometown “like a shining city on a hill.” Other authors who mean a lot to the musician (and now childrens’ book writer): Kevyn Aucoin and Hilary Mantel. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2025-03-13 09:00:09 UTC ]
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