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    Beloved tales are getting a new life with the surge of graphic novel adaptations for young readers. We spoke with the editors of notable graphic novels featuring familiar faces that are releasing this year.

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    In Brief: May 15, 2025

    Recently, children’s creators gathered to honor AAPI Heritage Month, an author accepted an award, authors went on a friendship-themed tour together, an editor joined an author for a launch event, a pup made an appearance at an event, and a nonprofit hosted students for a visit.

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    New Kids' and YA Books: Week of May 19, 2025

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    In Conversation: Julie Murphy and Jonathan Van Ness

    We asked author Julie Murphy and 'Queer Eye' star and writer Jonathan Van Ness to discuss their new YA novel, 'Let Them Stare,' queer history, and the joys of collaboration.

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    Q & A with Alanna Bennett

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  • Industry News

    Albatros Expands in the U.S.

    Czech-based independent children’s publisher Albatros has announced plans to expand its operations in the United States; beginning in spring 2026, the publisher will increase the number of titles on its list to 50 books per season—ranging from children’s nonfiction to picture books, activity books, and chapter books.

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    Rights Report: Week of May 12, 2025

    New deals for Kendare Blake, Sandra Proudman, Cheyenne Smith, and others.

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    New and Noteworthy Children's and YA Books: May 2025

    Readers can welcome a new season and exciting new titles out this month, including a picture book about an anticipated arrival, a middle grade novel grappling with grief, a YA book tracing a bisexual teen’s road trip, and more.

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    A Roadmap for Restoring School Librarians

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