Happy B
ook Birthday to Ready for the Spotlight (Candlewick) by Jaime Kim!
An exuberant and relatable picture book about sibling rivalry, ballet, and finding your free-form self.
Congratulations Jaime!
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Jan
25
Ready for the Spotlight by Jaime Kim is published today!
Jan
25
Happy Book Birthday to Justice Is…, illustrated by Sue Cornelison
Justice Is… (Crown), by Preet Bharara, illustrated by Sue Cornelison was published January 25, 2022.
In clear and simple language, Preet Bharara, former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, explains what justice is and what it takes to achieve it for even the youngest readers. Drawing on examples of historic justice seekers whose deeds best demonstrate those attributes by asking hard questions, keeping an open mind, defending the truth, and using their voices and their bodies to fight injustice—such as Ida B. Wells, John Lewis, Malala Yousafzai, and many others, this timely book is perfect for exploring the concept of justice. Inspire young readers to fight for justice in their world and to remain hopeful that by standing together, it can triumph.
“A beautiful, relevant picture book.” —Kirkus Reviews
“A heartening…introduction to justice-focused luminaries.”–Publishers Weekly
Congratulations Sue!
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Jan
24
Publisher’s Weekly reveals the coverl for Stand Up!, illustrated by Cathy Ann Johnson
Publisher’s Weekly has revealed the cover of Stand Up (Orchard) by Brittney Cooper, illustrated by Cathy Ann Johnson.
An academic and activist by day, bestselling author Brittney Cooper wanted to write a book for Black girls that would remind them that history is not only made by Black men, that they also have a role to play. In Stand Up! 10 Mighty Women Who Made a Change, Cooper highlights the contributions of 10 Black women and girls who were instrumental in influencing the world we live in.
Illustrator Cathy Ann Johnson devised the cover for Stand Up! based on Cooper’s preference for a vibrant illustrative style and rich color palette. “I wanted this book to feel not too heavy or somber or serious,” Cooper said. “I wanted a bit of lift and lightness. Cathy has an amazing eye and I think she got the vision for this book.”
The book will be published in August.
Read the full PW article here
Jan
24
Congratulations to Nomar Perez and Coqui in the City, 2022 Pura Belpre honors for both Illustrator and Author!
De Aqui Como El Coqui (Dial Books), written and illustrated by Nomar Perez, translated by Farah Perez, has been awarded Pura Belpre honors for both Author and Illustrator at the 2022 ALA Youth Media Awards.
Congratulations Nomar!
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Jan
18
Sharuko, illustrated by Elisa Chavarri receives Silver Medal from The Bank Street Children’s Book Committee!
A ju
ry convened by the Bank Street Children’s Book Committee has awarded one of three silver medals to: Sharuko: El arqueólogo Peruano Julio C. Tello (Lee & Low) by Monica Brown, illustrated by Elisa Chavarri, deeming it one of the best Spanish language picture books of 2020 and 2021. This biennial prize was first awarded in 2020 for books published in 2018 and 2019.
Congratulations Elisa!
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Jan
13
The Secret Garden of George Washington Carver by Gene Barretta, illustrated by Frank Morrison being used for the Virginia Reading Makes Cents Program
The Secret Garden of George Washington Carver (HarperCollins) by Gene Barretta, illustrated by Frank Morrison is one of three selected books for Virginia’s Reading Makes Cents Program. The program is designed to help students understand how money works in the world.
On January 19, there will be a free webinar is to introduce the Reading Makes Cents program to librarians and teachers in the Southwest Region of Virginia served by our Center for Economic Education at UVA Wise.
To learn more about the program go here
Register for the webinar here
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Jan
11
Happy Book Birthday to When the Schools Shut Down, illustrated by Keisha Morris
When the Schools Shut Down, (HarperCollins) by Yolanda Gladden as told to Dr. Tamara Pizzoli, illustrated by Keisha Morris, was published January 11, 2022.
The book is an awe-inspiring autobiographical picture book about a young African American girl who lived during the shutdown of public schools in Farmville, Virginia, following the landmark civil rights case Brown vs. Board of Education of Topeka.
Congratulations Keisha!
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Jan
11
Happy Book Birthday to Millions of Maxes, illustrated by Micah Player
Millions of Maxes (Dial Books) by Meg Wolizter, illustrated by Micah Player, was published January 11, 2022 to rave reviews.
“The cheery aesthetic of Player (Paletero Man)—colors that pop, crisply rendered characters who wear their hearts on their sleeves as they run hither and yon—matches Wolitzer’s warm, knowing voice page for page, and Player’s varied digital compositions capture the visceral excitement of an action-packed day outside.” —Publishers Weekly
Congratulations Micah!
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Jan
04
Amazon picks Ready for the Spotlight by Jaime Kim and Millions of Maxes illustrated by Micah Player for January
Ready for the Spotlight (Candlewick) by Jaime Kim and Millions of Maxes (Dial Books) by Meg Wolitzer, illustrated by Micah Player, are Amazon Picks for January!
Congratulations, Jaime and Micah!
See all of Amazon’s January picks here
Millions of Maxes will be published January 11, 2022. Pre-order it here
Ready for the Spotlight will be published January 25, 2022. Pre-order it here
Jan
04
A Star from Kirkus for Some Days, illustrated by Chamisa Kellogg
In a starred review of Some Days (The Experiment) by Julie A. Stamm, illustrated by Chamisa Kellogg, 
Kirkus says “This beautiful picture book shares an affirming message that honestly and unapologetically reflects life with a parent who has a chronic illness. . . . A loving, tender celebration of the mother-child bond.” The review also makes special note of the art, saying “Kellogg’s illustrations notably construct an unshakeable parent-child relationship using warm, vibrant colors and joyful expressions. Love and acceptance radiate on every page. ”
Read the full review here
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