Scholastic signs 'huge-hearted' middle grade title

Scholastic has acquired a "huge-hearted" middle grade story of bravery and hope as its lead title for Frankfurt Book Fair. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2018-09-04 00:00:00 UTC ]
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New and Forthcoming Juneteenth-Focused and Inspired Titles

A listing of new and forthcoming adult, children’s, and young adult fiction and nonfiction titles on the history and social impact of Juneteenth (June 19,1865), the newly enacted national holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans at the end of the Civil War. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-05-28 04:00:00 UTC ]
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15 Memorable Manga for Middle School Readers

We've curated a list of 15 memorable manga titles for middle schoolers. Find favorites for your young readers! Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2022-05-27 10:36:00 UTC ]
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Elizabeth Whiting to Succeed Alan Smagler at Scholastic

Elizabeth Whiting has been promoted to v-p of trade sales at Scholastic Trade Publishing, effective June 1, succeeding Alan Smagler, who will transition to a consulting role. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-05-24 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Random House Brings Licensed Titles Under One Roof

Random House has created a new imprint dedicated to licensed book publishing. Starting in 2023, Random House Worlds will house Random House’s adult licensed titles under the direction of Keith Clayton, v-p, deputy publisher of Del Rey, who will also serve as publishing director of Random House... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-05-17 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Authors Condemn Forthcoming OUP Title

A book by Australian academic Dr. Holly Lawford-Smith, 'Gender-Critical Feminism,' has led a group of authors to mount a campaign criticizing Oxford University Press's decision to publish a title they say encourages anti-trans rhetoric. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-05-05 04:00:00 UTC ]
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15 Middle School Book Series to Delight Young Readers

No matter what the middle school reader in your life needs, there is definitely a book series to fill that void, including Front Desk by Kelly Yang and The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire #1) by Tui T. Sutherland. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2022-04-26 10:31:00 UTC ]
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'Kingdom Hearts IV' features a new look for series protagonist Sora

Square Enix is developing a new mainline Kingdom Hearts game, the publisher announced on Sunday during an event in Tokyo celebrating the franchise’s 20th anniversary. Kingdom HeartsIV sees series protagonist Sora return after 2019’s Kingdom Hearts III concluded the story arc that began with the... Continue reading at Engadget

[ Engadget | 2022-04-10 15:16:36 UTC ]
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Jackie Robinson’s huge talent and fierce dedication to civil rights

He was a baseball icon, but his legacy stretched beyond the sport, writes Kostya Kennedy. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2022-04-08 12:00:48 UTC ]
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New and Forthcoming AAPI-Focused Titles

A listing of new and forthcoming adult, YA, and children's fiction and nonfiction titles on the storytelling, history, achievements, and the diversity and complexity of the Asian American and Pacific Islander global diaspora. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-03-18 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Scholastic Posts Gains in Q3, Eyes Higher Costs

Revenue at Scholastic rose 24% for the third quarter ended February 28, 2022, over the prior year period, and the company cut the quarterly operating loss. While sales trends remain favorable, the company said that it is working on ways to control higher prices for paper, printing, and freight,... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-03-18 04:00:00 UTC ]
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ABC's 'Abbott Elementary' and Scholastic bringing free book fairs to two L.A. schools

ABC, home of freshman comedy 'Abbott Elementary,' has partnered with Scholastic to host free book fairs at seven Title 1 schools between March 14-18. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2022-03-11 21:00:48 UTC ]
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Her heart was broken — so she turned to science

To heal after an agonizing divorce, writer Florence Williams consulted researchers and communed with nature. Continue reading at The Washington Post

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Kids' Titles That Put the ‘Holy’ in ‘Holiday’

Religion children's publishers set their spring releases apart with a clear focus on the rituals and meaning of Easter, Passover, and Ramadan. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-03-09 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Amy Bloom documents her heart-wrenching journey to help her husband end his life

In Amy Bloom's memoir, she writes of her husband's Alzheimer's diagnosis and all that followed. Continue reading at The Washington Post

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Hamilton author had his children's book translated into a sign language, and says everyone should do it

Bruce Simpson self published Paislee and the Talking Tree, and put an American Sign Language version online. Members of the deaf community say such translations are still not that common with newer books and applaud the move. Continue reading at CBC

[ CBC | 2022-02-28 21:15:37 UTC ]
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February books: The best-reviewed titles of the last month

Of the many February books we reviewed, these are the titles our critics liked best. Continue reading at The Washington Post

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Titles Take a Spiritual Account of Social Media

New books from religion publishers are examining the emotional toll social media can take on users, but also the ways that online engagement has the potential to strengthen one’s faith. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-23 05:00:00 UTC ]
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New Titles Look to Body, Soul, and Society

Publishers that take on social issues from a religious perspective put focus on healthcare as a moral issue. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Magazine ABCs: Home and garden titles surge but GQ and Hearst suffer

Actively purchased copy figures show Immediate Media benefitting as readers turn to domestic and children’s magazines. Continue reading at Media Week

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Here are the first selected titles for the National Book Foundation’s Science + Literature Program.

Today, the National Book Foundation announced its inaugural selected titles for its new Science + Literature program. Supported by a three-year $525,000 grant from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, the program recognizes three books each year and aims to foster an engaged understanding of science... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2022-02-09 16:51:29 UTC ]
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