Book award season is upon us! Last week, under a new set of rules, the National Book Awards released four nominee longlists for the first time ever. This is fantastic news for book-lovers, as it gives us a chance to sample the work of double the authors. Without further ado, the talented authors who were recognized […]
When I set out to write The Simple Art of Flying, a present-day book told largely from the perspective of a surly African grey, I’d feared it wouldn’t find a warm reception. But like with the following books, compelling characters and unusual voices, whether they come from persnickety parrots or wise old wolfhounds, have a […]
Since 1922, the American Library Association has awarded the Newbery Medal to one title a year in recognition of the contribution to children’s literature of American authors. It is the oldest children’s book award in the world and recipients are amongst esteemed company. Over the past ten years, a diverse selection of books has received […]
As an avid reader of graphic novels, I love illustrated books. And if an illustrated edition of one of my favorite books comes out, you know I’m all over it. But beyond just pretty illustrations that are beautiful to look at, illustrated chapter books can serve another purpose. Often, they can help young readers as […]
April showers bring May flowers—and a lovely new crop of awesome books for young readers. We’ve picked a bouquet of the best, including the next book in Derek Jeter’s sporty middle-grade series, a brand-new read from Newbery-winning author Kate DiCamillo, Rick Riordan’s crossover short-story collection, Vine star Lele Pons’s hotly anticipated debut novel, and the […]