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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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Touch the Sky: An Interview with Author Stephanie V.W. Lucianovic

Learning to pump on the swings is a rite of passage for many young children. In Touch the Sky Vern longs to be one of the kids who swoop until their toes touch the sky. A chance encounter with precocious (and hilarious) Gretchen gives him just what he needs to know, and he finally learns […]Read more

Meet the Publisher: Andersen Press

For this month’s Meet the Publisher, we are featuring our long-time publishing partner Andersen Press! UK-based Andersen was the first publisher to partner with Lerner oh so many years ago, and we are thrilled that they’ve stuck around! The Andersen catalog now features over 100 picture books available to the US market through Lerner Publisher […]Read more

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Cruzita and the Mariacheros: Author Interview with Ashley Granillo

Lighthearted and honest, Cruzita and the Mariacheros explores music, family, heritage, and legacy with a touch of sweetness from delicious treats. Cruzita dreams of becoming a pop star, but for now she has to help out at her family’s struggling bakery, where nothing’s been the same since her beloved great-uncle’s death. And when she’s not […]Read more

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Board Book Roundup: Spring 2024 Board Books That Educate and Entertain

Join us as we explore our Spring 2024 collection of board books. From titles such as Lionel Is Just Like Dad, My First Dino-Boarding, Counting to Calm, and a handful of others! Each of our latest releases provides creativity and learning and is designed to grab the attention of young readers! Read on to catch […]Read more

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The Color of Sound: An Interview with Author Emily Barth Isler

In The Color of Sound violin prodigy Rosie desperately wants the chance to experience a “normal” life and refuses to play her instrument for a summer. Upset, her mother sends her to her grandparents’ house where she meets another girl her age hanging out on the property. The girl is familiar, and Rosie quickly pieces […]Read more

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If I Were a Fungus: An Interview with Author and Illustrator Gaia Stella

Fungus is everywhere: cities, mountains, on food, and in deserts. Fungi are found around the globe, yet we know very little about them. Scientists even have a hard time defining what they are because they’re so contradictory. If I Were a Fungus by Gaia Stella is a playful and informative introduction to the fantastic world […]Read more

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Decodable Roundup: Introducing Red Rocket Readers Decodable Explorers

Decodable books are essential tools in early reading, offering structured, phonics-based text that aligns with a child’s growing phonetic skills. In this post, we are thrilled to spotlight a roundup of our latest decodable series, Red Rocket Readers Decodable Explorers. Join us as we explore this new series and the world of decodable books!Read more

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Jump into Action with Our Spring Sport Books Roundup

In this blog post, we’re rounding up the most exciting sports books that not only highlight the adrenaline-pumping moments of these seasonal sports but also delve into the inspiring stories of athletes and teams who have left an indelible mark on their games. Continue reading to discover our standout sports books of the season that […]Read more

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