Vaddey Ratner’s novel of her childhood under the Khmer Rouge, In the Shadow of the Banyan, is a moving personal journey of reconciliation readers can share.
Do Teens Judge Books by Their Covers? Do We Want Them To?
When publishers repackage classic literature to look like a YA bestseller, are they leading teens to great literature or just misleading them?
What Makes a BEA Buzz Book? Curiosity, Soul, Voice
What really goes into making a BEA buzz book? Authorial obsessions, personal histories, medical redemption, the art and deliberate artifice of voice.
YA Fiction at BEA 2012: Not Chasing Trends, Making Them
‘As subsequent stories creep out from the epicenter, the work becomes more diluted,’ said one novelist at BEA’s YA Buzz panel, where hot titles were showcased.
Skating Legend Kristi Yamaguchi on Helping Kids Dream Big
Kristi Yamaguchi’s kids books are inspired by her experiences as a young competitor finding her way in unfamiliar parts of the world.
Thank You to All Who Attended PP’s Children’s Publishing Conference
PP’s first conference in New York City on children’s book publishing was a success because of our attendees and speakers. Thank you for coming!
What Makes a Children’s Book Great? We Have Some Answers
Publishing Perspectives’ inaugural children’s book conference offered up some fascinating answers to the question of what makes for a truly great kid’s book.
Graphic Novelist Raina Telgemeier on Creating Her Own Little Niche
Raina Telgemeier success making graphic novels aimed at young female readers has helped expand the boundaries of the genre.
Peter Brown Knows What His Audience Needs
Children’s book author and illustrator — and one time reluctant reader — Peter Brown hides lessons in his stories, and learns a few himself visiting schools.
Speakers – Children’s Conference 2012
« Back to Conference Home When: Thursday, May 31, 2012, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Scholastic Headquarters, 557 Broadway, New York, NY — See map » Price: $249 includes full conference access, breakfast and lunch — Register now » Paula K. Allen, SVP, Nickelodeon Global Publishing Paula Allen is a publishing executive with over 28 years experience in developing …