Now that's a “novel” idea! Excuse the pun. #BookSky

Amen. #BookSky

Same dude, same. From the age of 10 the library was my refuge and my safe space

also not lost on me that as democratic socialists are winning some elections, a new red scare targeting anarchists, antifascists, and their allies is digging in hard, and today handed down 30, 50, and 100 year prison sentences to activists and organizers

When someone asks what my favorite books are, I can never remember the title of any book I've ever read in my entire life.

The Author's Guild should spend its energy going after subscription models with extortionate fees and publishers that aren't paying their authors enough in royalties or advances. They should advocate for authors earning royalties for every check out.

Becky Spratford@raforall.bsky.social · 2mo ago

You all-- I never thought I'd see the day, but library peeps, strap in for a fight. The Author's Guild is going after us as the reason why authors are making less money. I don't think they understand who they are dealing with: www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...

Jane Yolen was an absolutely lovely human and also an almost absurdly talented writer. It's wonderful when both things are wrapped up in the same person. I considered her a friend and a colleague, and I will miss her. Condolences to the each of the many of us who knew her. Her memory is a blessing.

Adam Stemple@adamstemple.bsky.social · 2mo ago

My mother, the inimitable Jane Yolen passed away this morning after a blessingly short fight with Alzheimer’s. She did not suffer, and went peacefully into the ether which, I am certain for her, will be filled with words of the most exquisite beauty and meaning.

I’ve struggled with panic attacks, depression, and agoraphobia for decades. I have published over 20 novels with different publishers and made friends around the world. This is just to say: you can still do great things with mental illness. I believe in you. ♥️

You are not alone.

Becky Chambers meets Miss Marple in this cozy sci-fi mystery series by @oliviawaite.com, helmed by a formidable no-nonsense auntie of a detective 🚀

People like Kane and many many others that do care about human art and the creative process have been a beacon of hope while trying to navigate making art in this current climate.

Marjane Satrapi, author of 'Persepolis,' dies at 56

Marjane Satrapi, author of 'Persepolis,' dies at 56

The French-Iranian 'died of sadness a little over a year after the death of Mattias Ripa, her husband and the love of her life,' people close to her said.

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I still read and love banned books .

“… the decline actually ended years ago, and the latest numbers from the American Booksellers Association show independent stores expanding at a pace not seen this century.” www.reddit.com/r/books/s/BT...

From the books community on Reddit: Independent bookstores are multiplying, although many people still think they're dying out

Explore this post and more from the books community

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Books and reading #121 Wise words from the great American broadcaster Walter Kronkite. #bookstagram #readersofinstagram

The lady opposite me on the train was reading this. To be fair she was only on the first chapter.

If you are flipping out, outraged, and feeling super-censorious about 94.7% (and counting?) read this and put on your thinking cap. I don't entirely agree with Mac Barnett, but...thinking is a good thing. readingmiddlegrade.substack.com/p/make-belie...

Mac Barnett Is Right. Mac Barnett Is Also a Snob.

On Make Believe, the 94.7 percent quote, and what rigorous criticism of children's literature actually looks like.

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Mac Barnett:

"I’ve been thinking a lot about impostor syndrome lately. Or maybe more accurately, what happens when impostor syndrome gets fed by workplace trauma, gaslighting, and betrayal." youthservicesplaybook.com/2026/04/27/w...

Oh hey, the cover for Demon in the Sand (the sequel to Titan of the Stars) is live!

A great Earth Day list of green books. cbcbooks.org/2026/04/22/g...

Green Reads

Dedicated to supporting the industry and promoting children’s books and reading through programs like the annual Kids Favorites awards

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So many of these books appear year after year. It's like book banners don't actual read or something... www.npr.org/2026/04/20/n...

The 11 most challenged books of 2025, according to the American Library Association

The ALA says 4,235 titles were challenged at U.S. libraries — the second-highest year on record. Forty percent of the challenged works involved LGBTQ+ subjects or the experiences of people of color.

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3 Playful New Picture Books Hold by Randy Ribay, illustrated by Zeke Peña Publisher: Kokila Publication Date: April 21, 2026 Reviewed from Edelweiss e-galley ISBN: 9780593856987 When leaving the house in the morning, a father asks his small son to hold the water bottle. Hold? Now the boy wants to…

3 Playful New Picture Books

Hold by Randy Ribay, illustrated by Zeke Peña Publisher: Kokila Publication Date: April 21, 2026 Reviewed from Edelweiss e-galley ISBN: 9780593856987 When leaving the house in the morning, a father asks his small son to hold the water bottle. Hold? Now the boy wants to hold everything! Starting with some toys, then the cat, then he asks to hold a tree.

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Well deserved! publishingperspectives.com/2026/04/cana...

Canadian Picture Book Artist Jon Klassen Wins the 2026 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award - Publishing Perspectives

The annual award, the world’s best endowed children’s literature prize, is given to a person or organization anywhere in the world for their outstanding contribution to children's and young adult lite...

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