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Meet the Publisher: Scallywag Press

It’s been one full year since Scallywag Press joined the ranks of Lerner Publisher Services, and they feel like family already. In case you missed the blog post last year that introduced Scallywag as an LPS publishing partner, enjoy this interview with Scallywag’s founder and publisher Sarah Pakenham.Read more

Decodable Books: Essential for Early Literacy

Decodable Books: Essential for Early LiteracyRead more

Author Interviews

The Rule of Three: An Author Interview with Heather Murphy Capps

In The Rule of Three, seventh grader Wyatt has a three-part plan: play travel baseball, letter on the varsity team, and play college ball at a Division One school. But when travel team tryouts get tense, mysterious wisps of smoke surround him. As Wyatt tries to figure out what’s causing this mysterious smoke and how to […]Read more

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Librarian Prep Post: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated from September 15 to October 15, is a vibrant occasion to honor and explore the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities. Read on to prepare and join us in celebrating these diverse voices and their stories.Read more

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Happy Book Birthday: August New Releases

Bring out the cake and light the candles! We have a bevy of book birthdays to celebrate. Read on to find the August new releases.Read more

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Tiny Tales, Big Fun: Must-Read Lerner Stories for Early Readers

In today’s blog post, we’re thrilled to spotlight some of the latest and most captivating titles from Lerner Stories. Perfectly crafted to engage young minds, these books are designed to spark a lifelong love of reading. Below, we’ll highlight our upcoming releases, showcasing the enchanting stories and delightful characters that make these books a must-have […]Read more

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YA Fiction Roundup: New Titles to Add to Your Reading List

Welcome to our YA Fiction Roundup, where we spotlight our must-read spring titles perfect for your classroom or library collection. This season features many compelling stories, including Eyes Open, set in Portugal, the poignant journey of self-discovery in Ace and the Misfits and many more! These new releases are sure to captivate your readers and […]Read more

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Get Ready for More Mischief with The Pinchers Series

We’re thrilled to announce that the second book in the hilarious and heartwarming chapter book series, The Pinchers, is now available for preorder on our site! If you haven’t met Theo and his quirky family of criminals yet, you’re in for a treat. Perfect for young readers in grades 1-4, The Pinchers series combines adventure, […]Read more

Author Interviews

Eyes Open: An Interview with Author Lyn Miller-Lachmann

Thoroughly researched and resonant with our own times, Eyes Open is a historical novel in verse which follows on young woman’s coming of age during the Salazar dictatorship in 1960s Portugal. Sónia’s comfortable middle-class life is upended when her boyfriend is arrested for anti-government activities and her family’s restaurant is closed for its association with […]Read more

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