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Murray Christmas by E.G. Keller on Publishers Weekly’s Best Holiday Books List!

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Publishers Weekly has named Murray Christmas (Abrams) by E.G. Keller one of the best Holiday Books for Kids and Teens.

In addition, E.G. Keller is the “Meet the Author” guest in the December issue of BookPage (see image)

Congratulations, E.G., it’s a Murray Christmas indeed!

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See the full Publishers Weekly Holiday List here

 

Basma Hosam Wins Etisalat Award for Arabic Children’s Literature!

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Al Anatekh Kingdom (Alia Publishing House, Egypt), illustrated by Basma Hosam was awarded the Etisalat Award for Arabic Children’s Literature at the Sharjah International Book Fair in Dubai. The book, about a king who loves to eat and travel, but discovers the best dish is a humble sandwich of watermelon and feta cheese won the Picture Book Category.

Congratulations Basma!

Learn more about the award here

Happy Book Birthday to The Cool Code, illustrated by Sarah Mai!

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Happy Book Birthday to The Cool Code (Harper Collins) by Deirdre Langeland, illustrated by Sarah Mai.

In this funny and heartfelt slice-of-life graphic novel for fans of Raina Telgemeier and Kayla Miller, when coding whiz Zoey goes from homeschooled to new school, she develops an app to help her make friends. Will the Cool Code help Zoey fit in? Or will it completely crash her social life?

Advance  praise for The Cool Code:

“Mai’s bright, full-color art is reminiscent of Raina Telgemeier’s and should instantly appeal to her fans.”  — Kirkus Reviews

“A humorous exploration of cracking the middle school social code for anyone craving more personified snarky llamas in their lives.” — School Library Journal

“Mai’s full-color artwork is inviting and cartoony, complete with noodle arms and exaggerated eyes, but the app avatar C.C., a pink llama, is simply adorable and certainly the star of the show. An easy and engaging pick for STEM-loving middle-graders.” — Booklist

Meet Sarah Mai in person at Wild Rumpus Books in Minneapolis on November 19 at 2:00!

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TeMika Grooms Helps Get Out the Vote!

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TeMika Grooms has designed a billboard in Fairburn, Georgia to encourage voting with Harness and Imagine JusticeIn addition, you can download the @artiviveapp to view the Augmented Reality design by Calvin Williams featuring his AR animation of  her artwork. Just use the #artivive app to view the artwork through your phone and watch the art come to life!

GO VOTE!!

Happy Book Birthday to If I Were a Tiger, illustrated by Nadya Bonten-Slenders

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Happy Book Birthday to If I Were a Tiger (WaterBrook) by Caroline Coleman, illustrated by Nadya Bonten-Slenders. The book is a whimsical and playful rhyming picture book about a young boy who imagines himself as a tiger to overcome his fears—only to realize that he can trust in God.

Congratulations Nadya!

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Publishers Weekly raves about Put Your Shoes On & Get Ready by TeMika Grooms

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In a review for Put Your Shoes On & Get Ready (Philomel Books) by Raphael Warnock,  illustrated by TeMika Grooms,  Publishers Weekly says “Foregrounding portraiture and images of figures’ footwear, Grooms’s illustrations have the sweep of murals, portraying characters of varying abilities and skin tones, and communicating Warnock’s purpose-driven efforts.

The book is an autobiographical picture book by Georgia’s first Black Senator, and senior pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church, once led by Martin Luther King Jr., and will be published on January 10, 2023.

See the full review here

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Happy Book Birthday to Starring Steven Spielberg: The Making of a Young Filmmaker by Gene Barretta

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Happy Book Birthday to Starring Steven Spielberg: The Making of a Young Filmmaker (Christy Ottaviano Books) by Gene Barretta, illustrated by Craig Orback.

Praise for Starring Steven Spielberg:

“Scenes from a famous director’s childhood…. Panoramic, colorful, action-packed spreads give the book a cinematic feel…. Educational and entertaining.”—Kirkus Reviews

“Budding film buffs gain insight into the work of Steven Spielberg….Opening with Spielberg’s early experience as a moviegoer in the 1950s, the book shines a particular spotlight on the way that experiences from his youth, ranging from anxiety to his parents’ divorce, shaped his sensibilities as a director.”—Publishers Weekly
Congratulations Gene!
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Advance Praise for Alphabedtime illustrated by Betsy Snyder!

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Alphabedtime (Nancy Paulsen Books) by Susanna Leonard Hill, illustrated by Betsy Snyder, is coming out October 25 and is already getting praise.

It is an Amazon editors’ Best Pick for picture books age 3-5,

Kirkus calls the book “A playful approach to teaching kids the alphabet“,

And it is on the Children’s Book Council list of books “Hot off the Press” for October.

Follow Betsy on Instragram to learn more and see some fun sneak previews.

Congratulations, Betsy!

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Malaprop’s Bookstore/Cafe hosts Book Launch for Tiny Spoon vs. Little Fork by Constance Lombardo on October 25!

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Malaprop’s Bookstore/Cafe in Asheville, North Carolina will be hosting a book launch for Tiny Spoon vs. Little Fork (Astra/Hippo Park) by Constance Lombardo, illustrated by Dan & Jason.

Praise for Tiny Spoon vs. Little Fork:

“Will have your kiddos laughing hysterically.” — We Are Teachers

“Cutlery vies for a baby’s love in one of the sillier offerings of the list (and I mean that as a compliment).” — Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production, School Library Journal

This is a hybrid event, meaning there is an option to attend virtually or in person. Registration is required.

To learn more about the event, go here

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Charnelle Pinkney Barlow and Shadra Strickland featured in Jerry Pinkney Tribute at the Katonah Museum of Art

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Charnelle Pinkney Barlow and Shadra Strickland are among the artists featured in an exhibition at the Katonah Museum of Art titled A Sense of Community: Celebrating Jerry Pinkney’s Legacy.

This exhibition brings together all these myriad voices to honor a creator who touched so many folks, not only with his artwork but also with his warm gentle personality and smile that would melt away any professional tension. With his passing, one phrase has been repeated in remembering him: “He was a really kind person.”

The exhibition will run from October 8, 2022 through January 22, 2023.

Learn more here