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Picture Perfect Picks Webinar Round-Up
Browse the eye-catching picture books featured in this webinar to explore a carefully curated selection of exceptional picture books from Lerner Publisher Services’ esteemed publishing partners—Andersen Press USA, Lantana Publishing, and Scallywag Press. These books cover vital themes like childhood disability, bullying, family bonds, and friendship, offering meaningful stories to engage and empower the young […] View →
The Color of Sound: An Interview with Author Emily Barth Isler
In The Color of Sound violin prodigy Rosie desperately wants the chance to experience a “normal” life and refuses to play her instrument for a summer. Upset, her mother sends her to her grandparents’ house where she meets another girl her age hanging out on the property. The girl is familiar, and Rosie quickly pieces […] View →
If I Were a Fungus: An Interview with Author and Illustrator Gaia Stella
Fungus is everywhere: cities, mountains, on food, and in deserts. Fungi are found around the globe, yet we know very little about them. Scientists even have a hard time defining what they are because they’re so contradictory. If I Were a Fungus by Gaia Stella is a playful and informative introduction to the fantastic world […] View →
The Rock in My Throat: An Interview with Author Kao Kalia Yang
Quiet, lyrical, and profound, The Rock in My Throat tells the true story of author Kao Kalia Yang’s experience as a young Hmong refugee navigating life at home and at school. Having seen the poor treatment her parents received when making their best efforts at speaking English, she no longer speaks at school. Kalia feels […] View →
Celebrate Earth Day with Books That Inspire Action and Awareness
As Earth Day approaches, it’s a great reminder that our commitment to the planet extends far beyond a single day. We have carefully curated a selection of books for Earth Day—and every day after that—to touch on crucial themes such as sustainability, wildlife conservation, climate action, and the simple steps we can all take to […] View →
Librarian Prep Post: Poetry Month
April is National Poetry Month! Celebrate the power of words with all kinds of poetry and discover new poets ever day. Below are some of Lerner’s top fiction and nonfiction poetry titles to expand students’ understanding of the genre and to encourage their own creativity and curiosity. Bo and the Poetry Lesson by Elliott Smith […] View →
Happy Book Birthday: March New Releases in Picture Books, Graphic Novels, Nonfiction, and more!
Spring is a time of new beginnings, new adventures, and new books! Peruse our March titles and find the perfect story for readers of every age. New in Picture Books The Rock in My Throat by Kao Kalia Yang, Illustrated by Jiemei Lin In this moving true story, Kao Kalia Yang shares her experiences as […] View →
Meet the Publisher: Red Chair Press
Today’s blog post features Lerner Publisher Service’s publishing partner of many years—Red Chair Press. Enjoy the following interview with Red Chair’s publisher, Keith Garton. What is Red Chair Press? Red Chair Press books support a child’s character, social-emotional, and academic development. Our fiction and nonfiction books are created to inspire children to be the best […] View →
Decodable Roundup: Introducing Red Rocket Readers Decodable Explorers
Decodable books are essential tools in early reading, offering structured, phonics-based text that aligns with a child’s growing phonetic skills. In this post, we are thrilled to spotlight a roundup of our latest decodable series, Red Rocket Readers Decodable Explorers. Join us as we explore this new series and the world of decodable books! Red […] View →
Author Kao Kalia Yang and Illustrator Jiemei Lin Share the Struggle of Finding One's Voice in the Powerful Picture Book Memoir The Rock in My Throat
This March, Carolrhoda Books, an imprint of Lerner Publishing Group™, presents The Rock in My Throat by award-winning author Kao Kalia Yang and illustrated by Jiemei Lin. This true story captures the heartbreak and hope of Kao Kalia Yang’s experiences as a young Hmong refugee navigating life at home and at school with selective mutism. View →
Kar-Ben® Publisher Joni Sussman to Retire; Recently Recognized with the Sydney Taylor Body-Of-Work Award
After a distinguished career spanning decades in the publishing industry, Joni Sussman, Publisher of Kar-Ben® Publishing, an imprint of Lerner Publishing Group, is retiring. Her outstanding contributions to Jewish children’s literature have left an indelible mark on the literary landscape. In recognition of her remarkable career, Sussman has been honored with the 2024 Sydney Taylor Body-of-Work Award. View →
Pigeons at War: An Interview with Author Connie Goldsmith
Pigeons were the unsung heroes of both world wars. In Pigeons at War: How Avian Heroes Changed History by Connie Goldsmith, readers discover how these unassuming birds were crucial to communications between Allied troops. When phone, radio, and telegraph lines were cut or officers needed to send top secret messages, pigeons delivered information from the […] View →
Launch into Learning with The Planetary Society®
In 2024 Lerner Publishing Group embarks on a brand new journey with The Planetary Society®. The shared mission of educating and entertaining young scientists brought us together to create engaging STEM books. Read on to discover the first available title and series and to watch a message from The Planetary Society’s CEO Bill Nye! A Video […] View →
Unleash the Wild Within: Uncover Our Newest Roundup of Animal Tales!
Embark on a literary expedition where the charming, the curious, and the downright fascinating creatures of the natural world take center stage. Our brand-new Animal Book Roundup invites readers on a journey through the wild, unveiling a treasure trove of stories and facts that span from the heartwarming presence of our furry friends to the […] View →
Pangu’s Shadow: An Interview with Author Karen Bao
A lab, a murder, and two young scientists that risk it all. Pangu’s Shadow follows rival apprentices Ver and Aryl who work in the most prestigious biology lab in the Pangu Star System. One night they’re working late and find their brilliant but egotistical teacher, Cal, sprawled on the floor, dead. Murdered. And they immediately […] View →
Jump into Action with Our Spring Sport Books Roundup
In this blog post, we’re rounding up the most exciting sports books that not only highlight the adrenaline-pumping moments of these seasonal sports but also delve into the inspiring stories of athletes and teams who have left an indelible mark on their games. Continue reading to discover our standout sports books of the season that […] View →
Librarian Prep Post: Women’s History Month
Women’s History Month honors both the struggle that women have faced throughout time, as well as the many important achievements women have made that haven’t always been recognized. Books can give us extra insight into influential figures and the stories of women that aren’t always widely told. Join Lerner in celebrating this March by browsing […] View →
All Reads Event: A Blueprint for Community Reading Fun!
” If we want to help our students become lifelong lovers of text, we must engage the community in reading and writing. Our students must see literacy as a natural part of everyday life, not just a school thing.” Rita Platt A Community of Passionate Readers | Edutopia Imagine everyone reading the same chapter book over […] View →
Happy Book Birthday: February New Releases in Young Adult, NonFiction, Picture Books, and more!
Don’t let the winter cold get you down. This February we are releasing new titles in fiction, nonfiction, picture books, and young adult. Expand your imagination by reading about dinosaurs surfing, Super Potato’s cosmic battle, pigeons in the war, and much more! New in Board Books My First Dino-Boarding by Lisa Wheeler, Illustrated by Barry […] View →
A New Wave of Spanish-Language Titles
Lerner Books is proud to showcase our Spring 2024 collection of Spanish-language books. This season, our Ediciones Lerner imprint continues its tradition of offering titles and series translated with care and expertise by Spanish-speaking professionals and educators. Our Spring 2024 collection is a testament to our commitment to bridging cultures and expanding horizons through the […] View →
Explore, Learn, Create: Your Guide to the Lerner Maker Lab Database
Welcome to the Lerner Maker Lab, your digital gateway to hands-on learning and creative exploration. This unique database is akin to a virtual makerspace, brimming with diverse projects ranging from cooking and crafting to intriguing chemistry experiments. As with all Lerner Publishing Group offerings, our content is meticulously crafted with our readers in mind, offering […] View →
The 2024 ALA Youth Media Awards Afterglow
There’s no better way to start the year than with American Library Association’s presentation of the 2024 Youth Media Awards! A hearty congratulations to all ALA award winners. Monday was all about dancing in the street and shouting from the rooftops, but today we’d like to formally recognize the lauded Lerner titles and one very […] View →
Meet the Publisher: Cheriton Children’s Books
Lerner Publisher Services brings you our next publishing partner in our Meet the Publisher blog series: Cheriton Children’s Books. Cheriton, based in the UK, creates high-quality, engaging nonfiction series for middle and upper grade readers. Read on to learn more! What is Cheriton Children’s Books? Cheriton’s mission is simple: to create books that inspire a […] View →
Lerner Publishing Group Receives Eight American Library Association Youth Media Awards
Lerner Publishing Group has received eight 2024 American Library Association (ALA) Youth Media Awards. Kar-Ben Publisher Joni Sussman was honored with the Sydney Taylor Body-of-Work Award. Nearer My Freedom: The Interesting Life of Olaudah Equiano by Himself was named a YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Finalist. A Pocketful of Stars, The Bear and the Wildcat, and The Moon Is a Ball: Stories of Panda and Squirrel, have been named USBBY Outstanding International Books. Not So Shy was named a Sydney Taylor Book Award Honor Book in the Middle Grade category and The Rabbi and His Donkey and Zhen Yu and the Snake have been named Sydney Taylor Book Award Notable Books in the Picture Book category. View →