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The Best Reader Holiday Gift Guide Ever
The holiday season is here, and what better way to spread joy than with the perfect book? Whether you’re shopping for a student eager to dive into a new adventure, a teen seeking fresh perspectives, or a teacher looking to refresh their classroom library, books are a gift that keeps on giving. Quality fiction and […] View →
Lerner Publisher Services Fall 2024 Roundup – Andersen Press, Lantana Publishing, Scallywag Press
This roundup of titles from three of Lerner Publisher Service’s UK-based publishing partners is a picture book party! From fun stories about a cake-loving monster and a bumbling cat detective to inspiring true stories of daring escapes from enslavement and gentle lessons on empathy, these picture books belong on your shelves. Check out the exciting […] View →
The Doll Test: An Interview with Illustrator David Elmo Cooper
Narrated by dolls, The Doll Test: Choosing Equality is a book-length poem by acclaimed author Carole Boston Weatherford and illustrated by David Elmo Cooper which focuses on the pivotal research of Black psychologists Kenneth and Mamie Clark. In the so-called “doll test,” they presented Black and white baby dolls to children and asked them questions […] View →
Business Central Developer
The Business Central (BC) Developer is responsible for the analysis, development, implementation, and support of a variety of system and data integrations primarily focused on Business Central. As an integral member of the IT team, this position is a key role in supporting business and internal IT goals and objectives. The position requires the use of design and technical skills while working closely with the Project Management Organization (PMO), end-users, senior management, related development teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to determine user requirements and solutions.
This position is based out of our downtown Minneapolis headquarters. This is a hybrid position, with the person being in the office one day a week minimum. View →
Applications Developer
The Applications Developer is responsible for the analysis, development, implementation, and support of a variety of software applications primarily focused around the Microsoft Technology Stack. As an integral member of the IT team, this position is a key role in supporting business and internal IT goals and objectives. The position requires the use of design and technical skills while working closely with the Project Management Organization (PMO), end-users, senior management, related development teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to determine user requirements and solutions. This position is based out of our downtown Minneapolis headquarters. This is a hybrid position, with the person being in the office one day a week minimum.
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Fall Into Reading with Our Ultimate Graphic Novel Roundup
As the school year settles in and fall takes hold, it’s the perfect time to share our latest graphic novels, full of thrilling quests, mysterious cases, and unforgettable characters. These titles span a range of interests and age levels, ensuring every young reader can find a captivating new story. Read on for a roundup of […] View →
Here Goes Nothing: An Interview with Author Emma K. Ohland
Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing is a timeless comedy and the inspiration behind Emma K. Ohland’s new YA novel Here Goes Nothing. In this hilarious coming-of-age story, eighteen-year-old Beatrice isn’t a fan of her neighbor Bennie. But when Beatrice’s sister starts dating Bennie’s friend and throws them into frequent contact, Beatrice must wrestle with complicated […] View →
Librarian Prep: Must-Have Hanukkah Titles to Celebrate the Festival of Lights
With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s time to stock up on engaging titles that bring Hanukkah traditions to life for young readers. From dinosaur-themed celebrations to unique cultural takes on classic traditions, these titles offer a delightful mix for children and families to explore. Here’s your guide to making this Hanukkah one to remember […] View →
Happy Book Birthday: November New Releases
After voting, you’ll definitely want to curl up with a good book. Check out these November releases including new picture books, YA, and graphic novels! New in Picture Books The Doll Test: Choosing Equality by Carole Boston Weatherford and illustrated by David Elmo Cooper Narrated by dolls, this book tells the little-known story of two […] View →
Bands for the Banned
With book bans and censorship on the rise, Lerner Publishing Group is proud to present “Bands for the Banned,” a concert supporting the freedom to read diverse voices in schools and public libraries and to ensure free expression for all those silenced. Join Lerner and four Minneapolis bands for a night to rally support for librarians, authors, and artists […] View →
Celebrate Nonfiction November with Daily Read-Aloud Videos!
November is here, and it’s time to celebrate the power of nonfiction! This year, we’re excited to continue this annual tradition of Nonfiction November—a month-long celebration where we’ll be sharing fun and engaging read-aloud videos of some of our favorite nonfiction books. Sign up to join Nonfiction November, or keep reading to learn more about […] View →
A Multisensory Experience: The Most Beautiful Thing Audisee and Audiobook
Explore The Most Beautiful Thing by Kao Kalia Yang like never before through its immersive Audisee® eBook with audio format. Read on to discover how these formats add new dimensions to this beloved story! The Most Beautiful Thing by Kao Kalia Yang is a poignant exploration of family bonds and the beauty of love and […] View →
Lerner Publishing Group Presents Bands for the Banned, a Concert to Defend the Freedom to Read
With book bans and censorship on the rise, Lerner Publishing Group™ is proud to present “Bands for the Banned,” a concert supporting the freedom to read diverse voices in schools and public libraries and to ensure free expression for all those silenced. Join Lerner and four Minneapolis bands for a night to rally support for librarians, authors, and artists on the front line of book challenges. View →
The Dolls Tell All in the New Nonfiction Picture Book The Doll Test by Carole Boston Weatherford and Illustrated by David Elmo Cooper
This November, Carolrhoda Books, an imprint of Lerner Publishing Group™, presents The Doll Test: Choosing Equality written by Young People’s Poet Laureate Carole Boston Weatherford and illustrated by David Elmo Cooper. In their so-called doll test, pioneering Black psychologists Kenneth Clark and Mamie Clark investigated the effects of segregation by presenting children with two Black and two white baby dolls. View →
A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants: An Interview with Author Rebecca E. Hirsch
For the fans of science, history, and gothic horror, A Deathly Compendium of Poisonous Plants: Wicked Weeds and Sinister Seeds entertains and informs with profiles on nature’s deadliest plants. The gorgeously intricate illustrations by Eugenia Nobati set the tone for a wild journey into the fascinating histories of these plants as implements of medicine, warfare, […] View →
The Mistakes That Made Us: An Interview with Authors Charles Waters and Irene Latham
Everyone makes mistakes! The Mistakes That Made Us: Confessions from Twenty Poets collects poems of various forms from twenty brave poets who share real-life blunders they made as young people…and what happened next. With gorgeous illustrations from Mercè López, each poem gives readers a look into the beautiful and sometimes painful process of growing up. […] View →
Make a Little Wave: An Interview with Author Kerry O’Malley Cerra
Moving to a new house, making new friends, and speaking up for sharks is always hard, but Savannah gives it her best shot in Make a Little Wave. When she discovers her new friend’s family is involved in inhumanely killing endangered sharks for profit, she forces herself out of her comfort zone to stand up […] View →
Stokes: An Interview with Authors Ty Chapman and John Coy
He shoots! He scores! Maurice Stokes was 6’7″ and could play offense and defense like no one else his size in the NBA in 1958. After experiencing a career-ending injury during a game, other players rallied to support him. Stokes: The Brief Career of the NBA’s First Black Superstar is the first picture book to […] View →
Slippery, Spicy, Tingly: An Interview with Author Yangsook Choi
There’s nothing more delicious than a good mystery! And Keo’s grandmother reveals the best treasure in Slippery, Spicy, Tingly: A Kimchi Mystery by Yangsook Choi. In this heartwarming picture book, Keo’s halmoni unexpectedly comes to visit and digs a hole in the backyard. He’s not sure what’s going on, but he’s going to find out! […] View →
Lerner Publishing Group Publicist Megan Ciskowski Named PW Star Watch Honoree for 2024
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Librarian Prep Post: Native American Indian Heritage Month
November is Native American Indian Heritage Month, a great time to celebrate the cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples. To mark the occasion, we’ve gathered some inspiring books for young readers featuring incredible Native American figures like Jim Thorpe, the world’s greatest athlete, and Mary Golda Ross, a trailblazing aerospace engineer. These titles and series […] View →
I Fuel: An Interview with Author Kelly Rice Schmitt
Follow the production of fuel from the first formation of oil to the refining process and beyond in I Fuel: How Energy Powers Our Busy World by Kelly Rice Schmitt and illustrated by Jam Dong. This fun and fact-filled picture book shares the story of where fuel comes from, how we use it, and how […] View →
Inside Sales Account Manager
Sundance Newbridge, an imprint of Lerner Publishing Group, is looking for a highly motivated and capable sales expert to drive sales of our supplemental literacy products to K-8 schools across the United States. This position is designed to be a true driver of our products within an assigned territory – ensuring that our brand can be best represented within each unique community across the territory.
This position will be a part of our remote Inside Sales team and will report directly to the VP of Sales.
We are considering candidates residing in the Mountain Region or the Mid-West for this position – with a preference for Arizona, or Minnesota. View →
Happy Book Birthday: October New Releases
Trick or treat! Just kidding, these are just treats. Check out the October new releases from Lerner. New in Board Books Hanukkah Hippity-Hop by Barbara Kimmel and illustrated by Ana Zurita It’s time to celebrate—and get your wiggles out—by doing the Hanukkah Hippity-Hop! March like a Maccabee and stomp your feet, then shake like the […] View →