Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with these books by Asian authors, perfect for kids of all ages!
No matter how old you are, these gems are wise beyond their targeted age group.
Wayward Children Series Selected spot illustrations from books 1 – 8 of the Wayward Children series by Seanan McGuire. Used for promo and interiors. Published by Tor.Com Publishing. AD Irene...
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with these books by Asian authors, perfect for kids of all ages!
Katherine Paterson, author of the Newbery Medal-winning Bridge to Teribithia, shares nine books that she recommends for every middle grade and YA reader.
The Beat's list of 80 anticipated YA and adult graphic novels for Fall 2023 includes history, memoir, slice-of-life, and much more.
Scene description helps readers envision your fictional world. Some common mistakes and best practices for scene setting in a novel.
Danger, intrigue, romance, and more abound in these 2024 releases.
I absolutely love the concept for Julius Zebra: Rumble with the Romans! by the genius Gary Northfield ! If I had to nutshell it,...
A round up of all the best books lists we've made over the years divided by year. From 2017 and on, this is our annual list of favorites by year.
Pixabay Updated 7/7/23 Here are three new agents seeking to expand their client lists. Ann Rose is looking for MG and YA in all genres, romance, and light scifi-fantasy. Madison Smartt Bell is seeking literary fiction, noir, criminal procedurals, and work from the Caribbean basin and other diasporas. Jaidree Braddix is interested in both serious non-fiction and buzz-worthy topics that can make a big media splash. She is particularly interested in food, health, personal development, current events, and big ideas with the potential to influence the national conversation. Before you send your query, make sure to check the agency's website. Agents may switch agencies or close their lists, and submission requirements can change. If these agents don't suit your needs, you can find a comprehensive list of agents expanding their client lists here: Agents Seeking Clients. ____________________ Jaidree Braddix of Park&Fine Born and raised on Maui, Hawaii, Jaidree holds an MS in Publishing from Pace University and a BA in Journalism from the University of Northern Colorado. She now lives in Brooklyn. She is committed to helping authors turn their assets—be they exciting ideas, popular blogs, academic studies, or Instagram followings—into compelling proposals and noteworthy books. What she is seeking: Jaidree Braddix is a literary agent representing a broad range of non-fiction authors who are changing the ways we think about, talk about, and move through the world we live in. Her clients are Guinness World Record-holding athletes, activists who are challenging societal standards and institutions, trailblazers who have created globally trending wellness movements, and acclaimed thought leaders in the fields of psychology, neuroscience, business, and organizational behavior. Specializing in platform-driven non-fiction, Jaidree is committed to helping authors turn their assets—be they courageous ideas, academic studies, foundations for social good, popular podcasts, transformative programs, or online communities—into compelling proposals and noteworthy books. How to submit: Please send query to [email protected] Please specify the first and last name of the agent to whom you are submitting, as well as the category and genre of your submission in the subject line of the email. ________________ Ann Rose of The Tobias Literary Agency CURRENTLY CLOSED TO QUERIES "I'm a California native who now resides in Texas after a stint in Florida. Each place has its pros and cons, but I can say that I left my heart in San Diego and dream of going back one day (although that will probably never happen). My degree is in Communication from San Diego State University, and my resume holds a gamut of jobs from Life Guard to Business Systems Analyst/Portfolio Manager, but books have always been my passion. I'm excited to finally merge my love of literature with my past professional experiences as a literary agent with Prospect. It is my honor to help authors build successful, sustainable careers." What she is looking for: YA of all genres; MG of all genres, especially ones that push the boundaries of middle grade; Swoony romances; Light sci-fi or fantasy; Commercial fiction; Heartwarming (or heart wrenching) contemporaries. "I'm always looking for unique voices, diverse perspectives, vivid settings, and stories that explore tough topics. Give me your dark and edgy stories with unlikeable characters." How to submit: Use her query manager HERE. _______________ Madison Smartt Bell of Ayesha Pande Madison Smartt Bell is the author of twelve novels. Bell has also published three collections of short stories. Born and raised in Tennessee, he has lived in New York, Paris and London. A graduate of Princeton University and the Hollins College graduate creative writing program, he has taught in many other writing programs, including Goucher College, the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, and the Johns Hopkins University Writing Seminars. What he is seeking: He is interested in literary fiction, noir, criminal procedurals, work from the Caribbean basin and other diasporas, and anything genuinely original and fresh. How to submit: Please query using the form on the website HERE.
I think (I know) some people will probably disagree with me on this, but a fundamental assumption made in this post is that first and foremost, YA’s audience are teens ages 13-18. This isn…
I absolutely love the concept for Julius Zebra: Rumble with the Romans! by the genius Gary Northfield ! If I had to nutshell it,...
The Last Dragon is an ideal class reader for upper KS2 pupils, either as a text for reading lessons or as a stimulus for book talk.
Books about adversity. Teach children about resilience, strength , and empathy.
Intelligent and imaginative tales of love, loneliness, loyalty, loss, friendship, and everything in between.
"Wonder", diario (meraviglioso) di un bimbo dalla faccia strana
These illustrated YA books aren't comics but instead blend art and prose in creative, dynamic, and exciting ways.
Venue? Check. Dress? Check. Guest list? Check. Wedding readings? Erm... If you still need to nail down who's saying what and when on your big day, these wedding readings from children's literature won't leave a dry eye in the house. Handpicked…
Happy Picture Book Month! Colby Sharp and I teamed up to create a 2022 Mock Caldecott list. Terms and Criteria In identifying a “distinguish...
This is as close as I got to Jane Austen this August. My role with the Kids Reading Guide this year required me to read more kids fiction than I’ve done in years. As with adult fiction, if th…
Reading a new book of Sutcliff’s is like catching up on your friend’s life, while rereading one is like reminiscing about good old times.
Girls' stories aren't just for girls.
City of Secrets by Victoria Ying Purchased at Barnes & Noble City of Secrets is the debut graphic novel from Ying, and author and illu...
Guido van Genechten has done it again. Circus 123 is another wonderful book by this talented author and illustrator. Teaching your children to count should always be this much fun. Playful ladybugs…
The Eyes and the Impossible: (Newbery Medal Winner) [Eggers, Dave, Harris, Shawn] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Eyes and the Impossible: (Newbery Medal Winner)
Crossing the line is a fast-paced, highly readable novel in verse. The relatable and murky world of drug dealing makes for addictive reading.
The ABCs just got a major girl-power upgrade.
Artist Rovina Cai illustrated a few select scenes from Seanan McGuire's EVERY HEART A DOORWAY, bringing to life the students of Eleanor West's Home for Wayward Children, where teenage survivors of portal fantasies go when the doors to their lands of wonder close.
