Happy Book Birthday: August New Releases

Light the candles and slice the cake! We have a whole new slate of incredible titles arriving on shelves this August. Grab your bookmark and join us in celebrating these incredible new picture books, middle grade, nonfiction and more as they officially make their way into the hands of young readers everywhere!

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Take a Look Inside The Monster and the Clown

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Gathering and Growing: 2026 ALA Annual Conference Highlights

The final weekend of June marked the 150th Anniversary of the ALA Annual Conference. From June 25th to June 29th, librarians, publishers, and authors packed the streets of Chicago to celebrate the communities they've built and the stories they've told. Lerner Publishing Group was no exception. The booth hosted ten signings and countless incredible discussions, and authors gathered at the Lerner happy hour. Many Lerner employees and authors attended ceremonies to honor the Youth Media Award winners. Want a front-row seat to the best moments? Read on!

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Celebrating 250 Years of American Stories

As the nation marks its 250th anniversary, these books highlight the diverse voices and defining events that built the United States. These standout titles—spanning biography, history, and series nonfiction—offer fresh ways for readers to explore the past while connecting it to the present.

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Certified Flawless: The Starred Titles from 2026 So Far

Can you believe we’re almost halfway through June? Over the first half of 2026, our fiction and nonfiction titles have captivated readers everywhere. Here is a look at the twenty-four standout stars highlighted by reviewers!

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June Happy Book Birthday

We have one very special book celebrating its release in June. Read on to discover the latest and greatest naptime picture book, perfect for lounging in the summer sun!

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PS6 - Kao Kalia Yang's Home on the Page (Powerful Stories #6)

“I am interested in what it takes to be the happy endings that our elders have been waiting for.” – Kao Kalia Yang Kao Kalia Yang is a Hmong American teacher, speak…

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The Summer Scrapbook: An Interview with Author Florence Migga

Adventure, friendship, growth. The Summer Scrapbook tests the bonds of three best friends, Ava, Becca, and Cat, as they tackle their first summer apart. They vow to stay in touch through letters and collect souvenirs of their experiences to compile into a joint scrapbook at the end of the summer. As the girls step out of their comfort zones—and out of the roles they each play in the trio—they find themselves and their friendship changing and growing. Author Florence Migga joins us today to share her experience writing the book, her creative choices, and her hopes for young readers.

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The World Game: An Interview with Author John Coy

The World Cup is quickly approaching and all young soccer fans are on waiting to see who comes out on top! Encourage their love of the game and the love of reading in one fell swoop with this new, high-energy picture book from author John Coy.

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25 Books That Capture This American Moment

Oprah Winfrey, George Saunders, David Sedaris, Tayari Jones, and 21 others pick the books that speak to a country as a crossroads

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YA Authors Speak Up and Speak Out

New titles aim to inspire teens to raise their voices.

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Picture Book Roundup: Bright Reads for the Start of Summer

Picture books remain one of the most joyful ways to spark curiosity, connection, and early literacy. This roundup highlights standout titles perfect for story times, classroom read‑alouds, and everything in between.

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Book Signing with Marilyn Singer

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May Happy Book Birthday

We are happy to showcase these new titles to inspire young readers and build excitement for the fast-approaching summertime!

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Bel the Weather Girl - Series - Lerner Publishing Group

Lerner Publishing Group is committed to providing quality, relevant library and classroom resources that better prepare students for the future while exciting their imaginations on every page.

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Q&A with Amanda McCrina

Amanda McCrina is the author of the new young adult novel Beyond Seven Forests . Her other books include The Silent...

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Indie Bookstore Day 2026: A Cause for Celebration

Despite economic uncertainty, independent booksellers across the country saw sales soar this past weekend thanks to special events and promotions that have become bigger, more creative, and more elabo...

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Hmong: An Interview with Author and Illustrator Vicky Lyfoung

Hmong: A Graphic History retraces the account of a vibrant Asian ethnic group, blending rich documentation and personal stories. Long oppressed, the Hmong struggle to preserve their traditions and way of life in a homeland torn by war and strife. Their history is closely linked to France, which colonized Indochina in 1893 and for whom the Hmong worked tirelessly, first as opium suppliers and then as soldiers. With great sensitivity and humor, author Vicky Lyfoung tells the story of these people through the lens of her own family. Vicky joins us today to share why she chose to write this story as her debut, why the comic book format fits so perfectly, and the challenges she faced while crafting the story.

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When It’s Your Turn for Midnight: An Interview with Author Blessing Musariri

What would you do if everything you believed about your life began to unravel? In When It’s Your Turn for Midnight, author Blessing Musariri explores identity, family secrets, and the quiet strength it takes to face the truth, all set against the rich cultural backdrop of Zimbabwe. In this interview, Blessing shares the personal and cultural inspirations behind the novel, the emotional journey of her main character, and how themes of community, resilience, and self-discovery shape this powerful story.

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Rats to the Rescue: The Unlikely Heroes Making Cambodia Safe

Heroes come in all shapes, sizes, and species! Growing up in Cambodia, Malen knew that dangers from a long-ago war lay hidden underground. Buried explosives forced her and many others to live,...

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The Real Rosalind: An Interview with Authors Debbie Loren Dunn and Janet Fox

For years, Rosalind Franklin’s name has lingered in the background of one of science’s greatest discoveries, but her full story has remained largely untold. In The Real Rosalind, authors Debbie Loren Dunn and Janet Fox bring her out of the margins and into focus, revealing a scientist whose work, curiosity, and determination extended far beyond DNA. Today, Debbie and Janet join us to share what surprised them most in their research, how they uncovered Rosalind’s life through rare archival materials, and why they felt compelled to tell the story of a woman whose contributions shaped science in ways many still don’t fully recognize.

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What Good Is a Dead Tree?: An Interview with Author Doug Wechsler

What happens when a tree falls and begins to decay? In What Good Is a Dead Tree?: A Science Mystery, author and photographer Doug Wechsler reveals the hidden world inside a rotting log, where insects, fungi, and other organisms work together to recycle nutrients and sustain the forest. Today, Doug joins us to share what inspired this fascinating deep dive into decomposition, his process for capturing nature up close, and the discoveries that made this story come alive.

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Whose Tree Is This?: An Interview with Author Marilyn Singer

From the tallest leaf to the buried roots, the oak tree provides food and shelter for many creatures. Whose Tree Is This?: Poems About the Mighty Oak and Its Companions takes readers on a poetic tour from the perspective of thirteen animals to discover the ways oaks benefit them and the environment. Today award-winning author Marilyn Singer joins us to share her experience writing this new picture book, why she finds oaks so fascinating, and more!

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