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Nearer My Freedom Cover Design Historic Topic, Contemporary Cover

By Athena Currier, Senior Designer Reluctant readers sometimes think of historical nonfiction as “vitamins”—more obligation than entertainment. But YA nonfiction can be so much more than that! Good books make history come alive. Yet frequently those books come packaged within covers that feel a little too historic. How can a book’s cover design be both […]Read more

What Makes a Picture Book Bio Stand Out?

by Carol Hinz, Associate Publisher of Millbrook Press and Carolrhoda Books I love picture book biographies, both because of the fascinating range of people featured and because of the wide range of approaches authors use in writing them. Would I have known about Isatou Ceesay’s efforts to clean up her community in the Gambia if […]Read more

Spring 2023 Titles from Lerner Publisher Services

To make sure you don’t miss the Spring 2023 line-ups from our publishing partners, distributed through Lerner Publisher Services, check out the highlights below. We’re thrilled to bring you some of our favorite books from publishers around the world.Read more

BOOKS TO CELEBRATE LGBTQIA+ PRIDE MONTH

“All young people, regardless of sexual orientation or identity, deserve a safe and supportive environment in which to achieve their full potential.” Harvey Milk June marks Pride month for the LGBTQIA+ community. If you’re prepping book displays, looking for titles to support lessons and curriculum, or are simply seeking books that reflect LGBTQIA+ experiences, we’ve […]Read more

Meet the Publisher: Planting People Growing Justice

We’re back to introduce you to one of Lerner Publisher Services newer publishing partners–Planting People Growing Justice Press. We first began distributing PPGJ’s empowering books for future leaders in Spring 2023. Please enjoy this interview with founder Dr. Artika R. Tyner.Read more

Author Interviews

Poop for Breakfast: Interview with Author Sara Levine

By Carol Hinz, Associate Publisher of Millbrook Press and Carolrhoda Books Eating poop is gross! So why do some animals do it? For lots of good reasons!Read more

Banned Books, 2023 Edition

It’s hard to avoid news of book bans and challenges around the country right now. We want to take this opportunity to remind you of some resources we’ve put together for librarians, educators, and others interested in preserving access to books.Read more

Fun Decodable Books to Support Reading Instruction

Fun Decodable Books to Support Reading Instruction!Read more

Collections

YA Nonfiction Roundup

From space to genetics to history to politics, young people’s interests are vast and wide. Feed their cravings for knowledge with these new nonfiction titles specifically for young adults! Written to be both informative and simple, these books offer detailed facts and stories at a digestible level. Dive in!Read more

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