S&S launches Hendra and Linnet picture book series

Simon & Schuster Children’s Books is to launch a new picture book series from author and illustrator team Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2021-02-10 19:30:20 UTC ]

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Timely Children’s Parables About Greed

In the novel “Peachaloo in Bloom,” the selfishness belongs to one man. In the picture book “The Wanting Monster,” it belongs to us all. Continue reading at The New York Times

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The Reason Murderbot’s Tone Feels Off

Martha Wells’ book series uses wry humor to tell a story about artificial intelligence, humanity, and free will. The Apple TV+ adaptation tries to do the same—with mixed results. Continue reading at Wired

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Sharjah’s Kalimat Foundation: A Regional-First Inclusive Book Series

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Karen Swan: On Managing Time and Timelines

In this interview, bestselling author Karen Swan discusses how a two-word phrase in a headline launched a book series and more. The post Karen Swan: On Managing Time and Timelines appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest

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Picture Book or Short Story? Which is it?

Literary agent for children's book authors Mary Cummings explains the biggest mistake she sees in picture book pitches—and how you can avoid making that mistake. The post Picture Book or Short Story? Which is it? appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest

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Gruffalo to return with first new book in more than 20 years

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler have announced they are working on a new outing for the monster in the deep dark wood, due out in September 2026He’s got knobbly knees, turned-out toes, a poisonous wart at the end of his nose … and he’s back, for the first time in more than 20 years: Julia... Continue reading at The Guardian

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Storyboarding for Writers: How Sketching Can Strengthen Your Picture Book or Graphic Novel!

Bestselling author Joan Holub shares her expertise at storyboarding picture books and graphic novels, with both authors and illustrators. The post Storyboarding for Writers: How Sketching Can Strengthen Your Picture Book or Graphic Novel! appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest

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8 Ways to Keep a Long-Running Series Fresh, Book After Book

Bestselling author of the Sebastian St. Cyr Mysteries C. S. Harris shares eight ways to keep a long-running book series fresh. The post 8 Ways to Keep a Long-Running Series Fresh, Book After Book appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest

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TV Alert: Kwame Alexander's 'Acoustic Rooster'

PBS Kids in collaboration with GBH Kids is releasing a slate of short-form episodes and an hour-long special adapted from Kwame Alexander’s picture book 'Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard Band.' Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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5 Lessons Learned: Developing a Picture Book Series With Recurring Characters

Author Teresa Argenbright shares five lessons learned about developing a picture book series with recurring characters. The post 5 Lessons Learned: Developing a Picture Book Series With Recurring Characters appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest

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Martin Scorsese is Adapting Marilynne Robinson’s GILEAD Series

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Wordless Tales, Visual Magic, Genre-Bending: Ten New Children’s Books Out in March

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Book Deals: Week of February 17, 2025

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