Before the year wraps up, be sure to add to your January calendar our next Saturday Morning Live event on 1/10/26 with Lisa Graff, author of A SCAR LIKE A RIVER! Register here: www.crowdcast.io/c/saturdaymo...

THE UNDEAD FOX OF DEADWOOD FOREST pulled us all into its depths as one of our Superstar Reads of 2025! Congratulations to Aubrey Hartman!

Cheers for HOW SWEET THE SOUND by Kwame Alexander and illustrated by Charly Palmer, one of our most lauded books of 2025! 🎉 www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/kwame...

Dan Gill talks with @teachingbooks.bsky.social about how he made inclusion a core part of his classroom and the story that inspired it in NO MORE CHAIRS. school.teachingbooks.net/book_reading...

THANK YOU to this year's @soi128.bsky.social judges for accepting this double-page spread into SOI's 68th Annual Exhibition and Book. It's one of my favorites I drew for #TheInvisibleParade, the debut picture book by Leigh Bardugo & me. cc: @lbschool.bsky.social @newleafliterary.bsky.social #Booksky

The love for WILL’S RACE FOR HOME has meant so much to me. I’m grateful to everyone who has helped Will’s story find its way into the world this year! ♥️ @lbschool.bsky.social #kidlit #middlegradebooks #historicalfiction #willsraceforhome #bookstagram

HOW SWEET THE SOUND by Kwame Alexander, illus. by Charly Palmer (@littlebrownyr.bsky.social @littlebrownyr.bsky.social ) is on our #Fanfare25 list. Congratulations! #BestBooks #KidLit #HBMag #HornBookMagazine #HBFanfare25 #Nonfiction #HBFanfare sbee.link/p9chbe3jky

@sonjacherrypaul.bsky.social's young readers adaptation of @clintsmithiii.bsky.social's HOW THE WORD IS PASSED was one of Kirkus' favorite middle grade books of 2025. Read more about how she adapted this essential nonfiction book for kids! www.kirkusreviews.com/news-and-fea...

HOW ELEGANT THE ELEPHANT by Mary Ann Hoberman, illus. by @marlafrazee.bsky.social (Tingley/ @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social ) is on our #Fanfare25 list. Congratulations! #BestBooks #KidLit #HBMag #HornBookMagazine #HBFanfare25 #Poetry #HBFanfare sbee.link/6dpqmjyraw

Caldecott Medalist @kadirnelson.bsky.social's BASKET BALL hits shelves in just over a month! This stunningly illustrated history of the all-American game is perfect for basketball fans of all ages. www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/kadir...

Award winning author Lisa Graff's upcoming middle grade novel is already a hit with readers. Preorder A SCAR LIKE A RIVER now and find it on shelves February 3! 🦋 www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/lisa-...

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Congratulations to the books chosen for @thehornbook.bsky.social Fanfare 2025!  ✨ HOW SWEET THE SOUND by Kwame Alexander and Charly Palmer ✨ HOW ELEGANT THE ELEPHANT by Mary Ann Hoberman and @marlafrazee.bsky.social  ✨ MOON SONG by Michaela Goade

Nathanael Lessore's DROPPING BEATS is a Kirkus Best YA Book of 2025! Read about the inspiration for his witty, charming debut in this interview. ⬇️ www.kirkusreviews.com/news-and-fea...

Fans of @traceybaptiste.bsky.social's exhilarating BOY 2.0: get ready for KID X coming in 2026! Our favorite superhero Coal is back with more adventures as he continues to develop his powers. Find KID X on shelves in February, and BOY 2.0 in paperback (with a brand new cover!) in January.

Congratulations to THE UNDEAD FOX OF DEADWOOD FOREST by Aubrey Hartman and GLORIOUS RIVALS by Jennifer Lynn Barnes, which were picked for Los Angeles Public Library's Best of 2025!

Good news for all fans of @jewellparkerrhodes.bsky.social, the graphic novel adaptation of GHOST BOYS is now available! This powerful story is now told with gorgeous illustrations by Setor Fiadzigbey. Get your copy today!

THE TEAR COLLECTOR received a second 🌟 starred 🌟 review, this time from Shelf Awareness! “R.M. Romero treats middle-grade readers to a gripping novel about hope beyond the end of the world.” @shelf-awareness.com @lbschool.bsky.social @littlebrownyr.bsky.social

Congratulations to these books on Kirkus' Best Middle Grade lists! ✨ HOW THE WORD IS PASSED (ADAPTED FOR YOUNG READERS) by @clintsmithiii.bsky.social and @sonjacherrypaul.bsky.social ✨ WILL'S RACE FOR HOME by @jewellparkerrhodes.bsky.social ✨ THE UNDEAD FOX OF DEADWOOD FOREST by Aubrey Hartman

🚨 LAST CHANCE! More info and to register: www.bookelicious.com/bp Join RAÚL THE THIRD for a virtual author & illustrator event! 📅 12-10-25 @ 1:30p ET SNEAK PEEK! youtu.be/f-OHcsOP6EQ @raulthethird.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social @littlebrownyr.bsky.social

NO MORE CHAIRS is the perfect example of making space for those who need it. For discussions questions and how to use this title in the classroom, visit the NEA's website at the link in our bio!

Celebrate kindness, community, and gratitude this week with THE GIFT OF NOTHING and PICCOLO! Read about Patrick McDonnell's latest picture book on @fuse8.bsky.social: afuse8production.slj.com/2025/11/11/m...

Congratulations to the following titles that have earned a spot on Kirkus' Best Picture Books of 2025 List! ✨ MOON SONG by Michaela Goade ✨ BLUE by @suzannekaufmanart.bsky.social ✨ RAVEN'S RIBBONS by Tasha Spillett ✨ THE INVISIBLE PARADE by Leigh Bardugo and @johnpicacio.bsky.social

So proud to be published by @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social #ncte25

It's the last week of Picture Book Month, so we're highlighting books about kindness and making space that we hope you can bring with you through the rest of the year and into 2026! Find out more: mailchi.mp/e/pictureboo...

Attention all #NCTE2025 attendees! The exhibit hall is open today from 10 AM to 6:30 PM, so come visit us at Booth 725 while you can! And if you can't join us in person, click the link in our bio to head over to our virtual booth! @ncte.org

Today, the New York Public Library released their Best Books of 2025 and we are so excited for these creators on making it on the list! Best Books for Kids ✨ HOW SWEET THE SOUND by Kwame Alexander and Charly Palmer ✨ WHAT IF WE... by Vivienne Chang and Eugenia Yoh

We're thrilled to see these excellent books on School Library Journal's Best Books of 2025! Congratulations to: ✨ GOOD GOLDEN SUN - @brendan_wenzel ✨ GO TELL IT - @quartezh and @gordoncjamesfineart ✨ MOON SONG - @michaelagoade

Congratulations to the books included in Booklist Editors' Choice List 2025! Books for Youth: Young Fiction ✨ THE INVISIBLE PARADE by Leigh Bardugo and @johnpicacio.bsky.social ✨ RAVEN'S RIBBONS by Tasha Spillett Young Nonfiction ✨ HOW SWEET THE SOUND by Kwame Alexander and Charly Palmer

Introduce young readers to two of the most influential writers of the 20th century with these gorgeous picture book biographies! AND SHE WAS LOVED is a poetic tribute to Toni Morrison, and GO TELL IT explores James Baldwin's early years as a writer. Find these books on shelves now!

We’re signing books this Friday! Looking forward to meeting new Mangoes and Lovebirds. @lbschool.bsky.social #NCTE #Denver #kidlit

Congratulations to the books included in Chicago Public Library's Best of the Best Books 2025! Best Picture Books: ✨ BIG KIDS by K. L. Going and @reggiebrownart.bsky.social ✨ NO MORE CHAIRS by Dan Gill and Susan Gal 1/4 #CPLBest

We're continuing #PictureBookMonth this week with picture book biographies! In these stunningly illustrated biographies for young readers, celebrate preeminent writers, changemakers, and activists. Find these books and more: mailchi.mp/e/pictureboo...

#NCTE25 is coming up next week! Will we see you there? For LBYR's full schedule of author signings and panels—with creators like @jewellparkerrhodes.bsky.social, @rajanilarocca.bsky.social, @samiraahmed.bsky.social, and many more—visit www.littlebrownlibrary.com/landing-page...

🤖 🐥 Bookelicious Presents: PETER BROWN! Caldecott Honor Winner & creator of The Wild Robot! ℹ️ To register and more info: www.bookelicious.com/bp 📅 12-4-25 @ 1:30p ET @peterbrownstudio.com @lbschool.bsky.social

RAVEN'S RIBBONS celebrates the Indigenous round dance, identity and self-expression. Tasha Spillett beautifully depicts a story in which traditions can expand and evolve to ensure everyone is included.⁣ #PictureBookMonth

Si, grazie! Ride through the city with Piccolo and author/illustrator Dan Yaccarino in this episode of Storymakers with @kidlittv.bsky.social!

Four cheers for MOON SONG by Michaela Goade, which now has four starred reviews! 🌟🌟🌟🌟 ⁣ ⁣ This follow-up to Caldecott Honor Book BERRY SONG by the celebrated Tlingit creator is perfect for long winter nights and finding beauty in the darkness. 🌙 Find MOON SONG on shelves now!

"Jane brought awareness, hope, and inspiration to millions... We were all blessed by her presence." Patrick McDonnell, author of ME...JANE, reflected his friendship with Jane Goodall and her legacy with @fuse8.bsky.social. afuse8production.slj.com/2025/11/11/m...

This week's Picture Book Month theme is Indigenous Heritage! From the joy of the ribbon skirt to the beauty of a winter night and the strength of your own heart's rhythm, these picture books are gorgeous celebrations of Indigenous and First Nations voices and cultures.

We are thrilled to share that the Texas Bluebonnet Award has chosen WILL'S RACE FOR HOME by @jewellparkerrhodes.bsky.social and THE INVISIBLE PARADE by Leigh Bardugo and @johnpicacio.bsky.social for their 2026-2027 list!

Book Review: Two YA Books Series that Feature Teens Working with the FBI to Solve Crimes | Teen Librarian Toolbox teenlibrariantoolbox.com/2025/11/05/b...

Listen to the soundtrack of America in HOW SWEET THE SOUND, the 6-star reviewed picture book written by Kwame Alexander and stunningly illustrated by Charly Palmer. In this Book Chat with the Illustrator, learn about how Palmer brought musical legends to life on the page.⁣ vimeo.com/1039081136

Happy #PictureBookMonth! Each week this November, we're highlighting a new theme of picture books, and up first this week is Cultural Legacies. ⬇️ mailchi.mp/e/pictureboo...

Praise is still pouring in for Aubrey Hartman's THE UNDEAD FOX OF DEADWOOD FOREST! This whimsical middle grade novel is available in audiobook format, beautifully narrated by Marisa Calin.

Happy Halloween from THE PUMPKIN PRINCESS! Check out this Q&A with Steven Banbury to get in the spirit.🎃 afuse8production.slj.com/2025/10/31/h...

Today we celebrate Halloween, and tomorrow, we invite you to join the invisible parade and celebrate Día de Muertos! @lbardugo and @johnpicacio's bestselling picture book, a breathtaking exploration of grief, family, and courage, is the perfect story for the season.⁣

We're thrilled to see @johnpicacio.bsky.social, Leigh Bardugo, Tasha Spillett, Daniel Ramirez, Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley, Regina Linke, @authorgracelin.bsky.social, Aubrey Hartman, @jewellparkerrhodes.bsky.social, Raúl the Third, Quartez Harris, and @gordoncjamesart.bsky.social on this list!

THIS IS NOT A SLEEPY BEAR BOOK is anything but a bedtime book! Available November 11, this picture book is sure to become a storytime favorite.

oh yeah so i didn't get room to put any thanks into hello sunshine (and this would've probably been way too longwinded to include anyway haha) but i wanted to share what i wrote up a while ago anyway!!