In this coming-of-age novel, @nwestmoss.bsky.social highlights the bond that siblings have, following an eleven-year-old's journey through grief with a gentle hand. With two starred reviews, BIRDY is a must-read!

MARIPOSA'S JOURNEY by Belen Medina and illustrated by @juanamartinezn.bsky.social is the review of the day at booklistonline.com! "An enormously creative and compassionate exploration [of] a topic that touches all, both big and small" (⭐️ @ala-booklist.bsky.social, starred review).

Get ready for back to school with MIDDLE SCHOOL MONSTERS by @vellichorvictim.bsky.social, a heartfelt graphic novel about finding your pack and "a lifeline for anyone who’s ever felt different" (Kirkus)!

MARIPOSA’S JOURNEY ( @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social ) by Belen Medina; illus. by @juanamartinezn.bsky.social will receive a starred review in the September/October 2026 #HornBookMagazine. Congratulations! #HBMag #HBStars www.hbook.com/story/septem...

THE LITTLE STONE BUDDHA (Ling/ @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social ) by @authorgracelin.bsky.social will receive a starred review in the September/October 2026 #HornBookMagazine. Congratulations! #HBMag #HBStars www.hbook.com/story/septem...

THE GEYSER SISTERS: A TALE FROM THE ARCTIC CIRCLE ( @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social ) by Sara Laux Akin; illus. by Micha Archer will receive a starred review in the September/October 2026 #HornBookMagazine. Congratulations! #HBMag #HBStars www.hbook.com/story/septem...

July #BacktoSchool #NotesfromtheHornBook with #5Qs for Sophie Blackall and @phoebewahl.bsky.social about STORY RUG ( @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social ): "PW: The best projects start by getting curious and critical." www.hbook.com/story/five-q...

Five questions for Sophie Blackall and Phoebe Wahl

From the July 2026 issue of Notes from the Horn Book.

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Our latest Author Study is all about picture book creator @rhodemontijo.bsky.social and the whimsical world of Skeletown! Read more about his work and the upcoming SKULLY'S BEST DÍA EVER! (out Aug. 11) at the link below. mailchi.mp/e/rhodemontijo

Meet Rhode Montijo, creator of Skeletown

Dia de los Muertos is a cherished Mexican tradition of remembering and celebrating those who have passed to the other side, but its deeper message is a reminder from the departed to live life to the fullest. Skeletown is a world inspired by this tradition, where little skeletons live each moment with curiosity and unbridled enthusiasm.

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Clueless meets Wednesday in SUCH A WITCH by Sarah Henning! Find this charming YA rom-com/murder mystery on shelves this week 🪄 vimeo.com/1201465285?s...

Coming a Shelf Near You: Sarah Henning on SUCH A WITCH

Author Sarah Henning introduces her YA book, SUCH A WITCH. Available in paperback, hardcover, ebook, and audiobook.

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Summerween is upon us and what better way to celebrate than with new books? Check out these upcoming picture books to get your youngest readers in a spooky mood!

Kelly McWilliams' NO ONE LEAVES THE MANOR is on shelves today! With a chilling tone to historical fiction, this YA horror is an exciting read all around.

Coming a Shelf Near You: Kelly McWilliams on NO ONE LEAVES THE MANOR

Author Kelly McWilliams introduces her YA book, NO ONE LEAVES THE MANOR. Available in hardcover, ebook, and audiobook.

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It's HERE! TY to everyone who believed in me when I doubted I could ever weave a dual timeline together. Fireworks for you all! Now, time to write the next book! 📚 #kidlit #Edusky #skybrarians @steelworksliterary.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social @pbspree.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social

2026 #CSK Author Award Speech by @jewellparkerrhodes.bsky.social for WILL’S RACE FOR HOME ( @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social ): "History’s poignancy is the heart of my work." www.hbook.com/story/2026-c... #alaac26 #HBMag #ALAYMA @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social

2026 CSK Author Award Acceptance by Jewell Parker Rhodes

From the July/August 2026 issue of The Horn Book Magazine: Special Issue: ALA Awards.

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Happy book birthday to HEARTLAND by @jilanne.bsky.social ! This coming of age novel will have middle grade readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish, eager to uncover the secrets of Xyla's farm alongside her.

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#ALAAC26 attendees, we can't wait to see you at booth 3612! The show floor opens tonight at 5:30, so be sure to come by for giveaways, book talk, and more. We'll also have author signings all through the weekend - link to the full schedule below! www.littlebrownlibrary.com/landing-page...

ALA Annual 2026 Virtual Booth

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers ALA Annual 2026 Virtual Booth We hope to see you in person at Booth 3612! Congratulations, ALA Award Winners! View title 1562946 View title 1553104 View title …

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Grateful to see THE INVISIBLE PARADE amongst @bankstreet.edu’s Best Children’s Books of 2026, honoring literary excellence and potential impact on young readers. For all the librarians attending #alaac26 this weekend — I’ll be signing the book 9am Sunday at the @lbschool.bsky.social Booth #3612! 🚀

Come see me if you're visiting ALA this year and get yourself a signed copy of The Ink Witch!

Looking forward to seeing everyone at @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social Annual Convention. THE INVISIBLE PARADE will be part of the Pura Belpré Celebración, as one of this year’s Honor Book Winners, and I’ll be signing copies Sunday AM at the @lbschool.bsky.social booth! Get there early! 💪🏽 #ALA #ALAAC26

MARIPOSA'S JOURNEY by Belen Medina and illustrated by @juanamartinezn.bsky.social, a breathtaking picture book about the migration of both butterflies and people, comes out September 29, 2026. Preorder your copy now! vimeo.com/1201444948

Coming a Shelf Near You: Juana Martinez-Neal on MARIPOSA'S JOURNEY

Illustrator Juana Martinez-Neal introduces her picture book, MARIPOSA'S JOURNEY, written by Belen Medina. Available in hardcover.

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Fast Five Interview: Victoria Wlosok Author Victoria Wlosok joins us to talk about her new book, SIX MUST DIE. teenlibrariantoolbox.com/2026/06/18/f... @tltkaren.bsky.social

Fast Five Interview: Victoria Wlosok

Author Victoria Wlosok joins us to talk about her new book, SIX MUST DIE.

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Come visit LBYR at #ALAAC26 in booth 3612 for giveaways, new releases, and of course, author signings! Visit the link below for our virtual booth with our full signing schedule. See you in Chicago! www.littlebrownlibrary.com/landing-page...

Read about @jillbaguchinsky.bsky.social's MAY THE DEAD KEEP YOU in this interview with Teen Librarian Toolbox!

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Fast Five Interview: Jill Baguchinsky Author Jill Baguchinsky joins us to talk about her new book, MAY THE DEAD KEEP YOU. teenlibrariantoolbox.com/2026/06/17/f... @tltkaren.bsky.social

Huge congratulations to A SCAR LIKE A RIVER by Lisa Graff, the winner of the 2026 Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for Fiction! 🦋

The winners of the 2026 Boston Globe–Horn Book Awards have been announced by Horn Book Editor in Chief Elissa Gershowitz: www.hbook.com/page/boston-... #BGHB26 #kidlit #yalit #Fiction #Nonfiction #PictureBook @bostonglobe.com @adriennepettinelli.bsky.social @kweideflynn.bsky.social

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THE DAY MY BROTHER BECAME A TREE follows a young boy as he struggles to accept his family's move and his older sister as she comforts him. This perfect storytime read by Xin Li hits shelves tomorrow, 6/16!

The World Cup has kicked off! Introduce young readers to the beautiful game with some fantastic books: ⚽ FOR THE LOVE OF SOCCER! / ¡POR AMOR AL FÚTBOL! by Pelé, art by Frank Morrison: a bilingual introduction to the legend himself! www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/pele/...

For the Love of Soccer! / ¡Por amor al fútbol!

World Cup fans, come play! Written by soccer legend Pelé, this heartwarming bilingual picture book celebrates what he loved most about the game.  What doe...

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SUCH A LUCKY GIRL by @wendydheard.bsky.social "puts the “cult” back in influencer culture" (★ Kirkus, starred review). Find this chilling YA horror on shelves next week! vimeo.com/1152020796

Coming to a Shelf Near You: Wendy Heard on SUCH A LUCKY GIRL

Author Wendy Heard introduces her young adult novel, SUCH A LUCKY GIRL. Available in hardcover, ebook, audiobook, and large print.

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Whether or not you're tuning into the NBA Finals, if there's ever been a time to learn about the history of basketball, it's now! Get your copy of BASKET BALL today and get in on the action!🏀

Karyn Parsons's BLUE BEACH is on shelves this week! Step into 1929 Santa Monica alongside Blue Collins and discover the murder that divides the town in this gripping YA mystery. vimeo.com/1151984664

Coming to a Shelf Near You: Karyn Parsons on BLUE BEACH

Author Karyn Parsons introduces her young adult novel, BLUE BEACH. Available in hardcover, ebook, audiobook, and large print.

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