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Happy Book Birthday: January New Releases in Paperback, Spanish, YA, Graphic Novels, and more!

The holiday season may be coming to a close, but the new year is just beginning! We’re releasing titles in young adult, graphic novels, nonfiction series, and more. Whether you want to learn about huge animals, track your favorite athletes, or get lost in an exciting adventure, we’re bringing something for everyone. Celebrate 2024 with […]Read more

Stars of 2023: A Year of Star-Studded Success

Lerner Publishing Group is proud to celebrate another year of literary excellence in 2023, with our titles receiving 34 starred reviews and numerous awards with even more across our publishers and imprints. Reflecting on a year filled with high-quality nonfiction and fiction for children and young adults, we’re excited to share our list of acclaimed […]Read more

Author Interviews

The Power of Snow: An Interview with Author Bob Raczka

Snow and math. Both beautiful and overwhelming in their own ways, but when brought together they create the perfect picture book. The Power of Snow by Bob Raczka and illustrated by Bryony Clarkson introduces the concept of exponential growth with playful verse and intricate illustrations as a snowstorm builds snowflake by snowflake. Today author Bob […]Read more

Celebrating Innovation with the COVID-19 Vaccine’s Story

As we mark the anniversary of the COVID-19 vaccine, it’s vital to look into the stories behind this groundbreaking achievement. In this post, we will explore several books illuminating the journey of vaccine research and its heroes. The books in our spotlight are informative and real eye-openers, showing the power of persistence and science. Perfect […]Read more

Author Interviews

The Denim Diaries: An Author Interview with Laurie Boyle Crompton

Growing up in the 1970s and 1980s was full of hilarity and heartbreak, and The Denim Diaries: A Memoir is here to share it all with you. From relationships and makeup to parental divorce and disordered eating, young adult author Laurie Boyle Crompton recounts her coming of age in rural Pennsylvania and her early twenties […]Read more

Celebrate Mental Wellness Month

With the combined weight of the COVID-19 pandemic, societal changes, and everyday anxieties, it has become increasingly difficult to feel emotionally and psychologically content. Mental health is something that affects us all, regardless of age, gender, race, or experience. Books are a wonderful way to increase awareness and take the time to discuss mental wellness […]Read more

The Ultimate Book Gift Guide for Every Reader on Your List

Books make the best gifts, combining ease of wrapping and mailing with the joy of bringing laughter and knowledge to others during the holiday season. Whether you’re seeking the perfect read for a teacher, a new parent, a beginning reader, or a teen who devours graphic novels, our curated list has something for everyone. Read […]Read more

Author Interviews

Small Shoes, Great Strides: An Interview with Author Vaunda Micheaux Nelson

Many students know the story of Ruby Bridges, but how about the McDonogh Three? Small Shoes, Great Strides: How Three Brave Girls Opened Doors to School Equality tells the powerful true story of how Leona Tate, Gail Etienne, and Tessie Prevost courageously integrated a New Orleans school on November 14, 1960. Today award-winning author Vaunda Micheaux […]Read more

Social Studies Spotlight: Lerner’s All-Age Fall Collection

As the season shifts, Lerner Books proudly presents our newest Fall collection of social studies books. Crafted for readers of all ages, these selections offer a gateway into diverse cultures, histories, and societal narratives. Whether you’re an educator, student, or simply someone with a passion for understanding the world around us, these fall series and […]Read more

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