Librarian Prep List for Valentine’s Day and Presidents’ Day

by Lara Neel, Trade Marketing Manager

Our Librarian Prep List for Black History Month came out in November, so this month, let’s focus on Valentine’s Day (February 14, 2020) and Presidents’ Day (February 17, 2020).

by Lara Neel, Trade Marketing Manager

To help you get ready for February, we have some Valentine treats and also history to go along with Presidents’ Day. Read More

A Valentine for Frankenstein Creators Leslie Kimmelman and Timothy Banks in Conversation

By Libby Stille, Publicist

Earlier this month, we released A Valentine for Frankenstein, written by Leslie Kimmelman and illustrated by Timothy Banks. This adorable picture book follows Frank as he attends the monsters’ Valentine’s Day Bash and receives a mysterious valentine from another monster.

9781512431292sp — Spread from *A Valentine for Frankenstein*

Today we welcome the author and illustrator to the blog for a conversation about Frankenstein, the artistic process, belching, and more. Take it away, Leslie and Timothy! Read More

Of Fall and Frankenstein

By Sara E. Hoffmann, School & Library Series Managing Editor

I just love fall. Love it. I like summer too, so I’m sad to see it go, but the changing leaves? Apple cider? Pumpkins—and pumpkin everything? They make me so happy. And one of the things I love best about fall is Halloween. I mean, who can’t appreciate this day of candy, kids in costume, and all-around spooky fun? Read More