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Starstruck: 2025 in Review

Looking back, Lerner has seen some amazing years publishing exceptional fiction and nonfiction for K–12 readers. But 2025 has been a year unlike any we’ve seen! Our titles earned an extraordinary 57 starred reviews, and our distribution partners earned another 8. Explore the celebrated picture books, middle grade and young adult fiction, graphic novels, and […]Read more

New Library Dedicated in Harry Lerner’s Honor: “Never Enough Books”

Last week, Adam Lerner, CEO and Publisher of Lerner Publishing Group, visited Mashati Secondary School in the Rombo District of the Kilimanjaro Region of Tanzania. In this school, students receive books from the Books for Africa program. Because of the Lerner family’s generosity to the program, they are building a new school library in honor […]Read more

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Happy Book Birthday: September New Releases

Let’s take a peek at what we have in store for September as students and teachers get back into full swing!Read more

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Happy Book Birthday: May New Releases

May marks the beginning of many sunny days and the birthday of some exciting new releases! From captivating stories to fun adventures, this month is packed with treasures to explore.Read more

Remembering Harry Lerner, Founder of Lerner Publishing Group

It is with deep sadness that Lerner Publishing Group announces the death of Harry Lerner at the age of 93. Harry passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025, surrounded by his family. For more than six decades, Harry shaped the landscape of children’s publishing—and his impact can be felt in libraries, classrooms, and reading lives across the […]Read more

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Happy Book Birthday: April New Releases

April showers not only bring May flowers but also a delightful downpour of new books! Check out these new releases, including new board books, picture books, nonfiction, and middle grade novels.Read more

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Happy Book Birthday: March New Releases

Hop into spring with our bouquet of fresh book releases to brighten your reading list! Whether you’re looking for picture books, graphic novels, fiction, or nonfiction, this delightful bouquet will have something for everyone.Read more

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Happy Book Birthday: February New Releases

February may be the shortest month of the year, but it’s packed with exciting new books ready to whisk readers into brand new worlds! Does your library need new graphic novels, picture books, nonfiction, and fiction? We’ve got you covered! Light the candles, throw the confetti, and welcome February’s latest literary arrivals!Read more

2025 ALA Youth Media Awards

On January 27th, with coffee and breakfast treats in hand, the employees of Lerner Publishing Group gathered to watch the American Library Association’s 2025 Youth Media Awards. While Monday might have been the official party, we’ve been celebrating ever since. Let’s take a closer look at the books, authors, and illustrators recognized!Read more

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