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Emma Kantor

Emma Kantor

Deputy Children's Book Editor at Publishers Weekly

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Holiday House, Peachtree Announce Editorial Restructuring

In a set of strategic changes in Holiday House and Peachtree’s publishing programs, Mary Cash has been promoted to VP and associate publisher of Holiday House and Peachtree Publishing. Peachtree’s associate publisher, Kathy Landwehr, will begin her planned retirement on September 1 following 35 years with the company.
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Authors, Activists Partner for ‘Freedom Read-In’

Porter Square Books in Cambridge, Mass., and advocacy groups EveryLibrary and the Rhode Island chapter of Authors Against Book Bans partnered to host a free virtual reading May 9, in honor of Children’s Book Week and Floyd Cooper Day.
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Bologna Children's Book Fair 2025: Six International Publishers Tak...

The winners of the BOP – Bologna Prize for the Best Children’s Publishers of the Year were announced on Monday at a ceremony at the historic Palazzo Re Enzo.
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DK Announces First Children’s Fiction Imprint

Having published nonfiction for younger readers for more than 50 years, DK is poised to launch its first children’s and young adult fiction imprint. DK flip will be based in the U.K., but will publish books globally, including in the U.S.
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Jules Feiffer—Author, Illustrator, Cartoonist, and More—Dies at 95

The multitalented cartoonist and writer, known for a caustic wit that earned him an Academy Award, a Pulitzer Prize, and a place in the Comic Book Hall of Fame, died on January 17, just shy of his 96th birthday.
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Inside the Art of the Picture Book: An Evening at the Society of Il...

On November 21, Women's Media Group hosted “Celebrating the Women and Art of Children's Books” at the Society of Illustrators in Manhattan. The society’s annual Original Art showcase provided the backdrop for a discussion with illustrators Selina Alko, Vashti Harrison, and Cecilia Ruiz.
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Piglet Ears and Rabbit Holes: Sophie Blackall and Maria Popova on t...

On the evening of November 12, Caldecott Medalist Sophie Blackall joined Maria Popova, author and founder of the 'Marginalian', at the Morgan Library & Museum in Manhattan for a discussion about “Children’s Books as Philosophy for Living.”
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'Making the World a More Colorful Place': Highlights from the 2024 ...

The children's book community gathered in New York City on September 26 for the 17th annual Carle Honors, celebrating individuals and organizations whose work has elevated the art of picture book-making.
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'We’re All Mad Here': PW Talks with Kate McKinnon

We spoke with comedian and character actor Kate McKinnon about her middle grade debut, 'The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science,' and words of wisdom for young weirdos.
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On the Horizon: 2024–2025 Children's Books in Translation

Publishers shared some of the recent and forthcoming children's titles in translation they're especially proud to be bringing to U.S. readers, from thought-provoking picture books to YA fantasies and more.
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Here, There, and Everywhere: Conversations with Children's Book Tra...

We spoke with a dozen literary translators about the joys and tribulations of working with U.S. publishers—including issues of visibility and recognition and the rise of AI—and their forecast for the future of their profession.
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2024 NBA Longlist for Young People's Literature Announced

The National Book Foundation has revealed the 2024 National Book Award longlist for Young People's Literature. The five finalists will be named on October 1, and the winner will be announced during the 75th awards ceremony on November 20 in New York City.
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Four Questions for Caitlin Schneiderhan

We spoke with Caitlin Schneiderhan, a writer on the sci-fi TV drama 'Stranger Things,' about her YA debut, 'Medici Heist,' a caper set in Renaissance Florence.
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Post Wave Children's Books Enters U.S. Market

Post Wave Publishing UK Ltd., a U.K. subsidiary of Post Wave Publishing China formed in 2023, is expanding into the U.S. market with a list of preschool, picture book, and illustrated nonfiction titles for young readers.
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ALA 2024: Harrison, Eggers, Ryan Fêted at Youth Media Awards Banquet

During a ceremony on June 30 at the ALA’s annual conference, the winners of this year's top awards for children's literature accepted their medals and honors.
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2024 Carle Honors Announced

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art has revealed the recipients of its 2024 Carle Honors, who will be fêted at an event on September 26 in New York City.
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2024 Gaithersburg Book Festival in Photos - Publishers Weekly

The 15th annual Gaithersburg Book Festival took place on May 18 in Gaithersburg, Md.; this year’s event featured more than 130 authors of all genres, including 35 children’s authors and eight YA authors.
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Homefront Heroines: New Kids' Books Explore Hidden Wartime History

We spoke with the authors of three new books for young readers that shine the light on some of the lesser-known stories of civilian ingenuity and bravery during World Wars I and II—women and teens who contributed to the war efforts in their own invaluable way.
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2024 North Texas Teen Book Festival in Photos - Publishers Weekly

The 10th annual North Texas Teen Book Festival drew 15,500 middle grade and YA book lovers for a chance to connect with an all-star lineup of 76 authors.
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2024 Kids Graphic Novel Festival in Photos - Publishers Weekly

The second annual Kids Graphic Novel Festival took place on April 20 in Acton, Mass., hosted by Silver Unicorn Bookstore; we’ve gathered highlights from the celebration.
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Bologna 2024: Photos from the Fair

PW takes you on a photo tour with highlights from Bologna, featuring authors and illustrators from near and far, award announcements, after-hour publisher parties, and more.