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New Kids' and YA Books: Week of May 10, 2021 May 6, 2021
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about an inventive mouse, a middle grade story about an Indigenous preteen and her daily life, a YA novel set in 1996 following a teen moving on from a traumatic past, and more.

'New York Times' Journalists Tell Children: Black Lives Matter May 6, 2021
'Call and Response: The Story of Black Lives Matter' by 'New York Times' journalists Veronica Chambers and Jennifer Harlan, will be released on August 17 under HMH's Versify imprint.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, to Publish Debut Children's Book May 4, 2021
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has written her first picture book, 'The Bench,' illustrated by Caldecott Honor artist Christian Robinson, to be published on June 8.

Rights Report: Week of May 3, 2021 May 4, 2021
New deals for Hailey Alcaraz, Karen M. McManus, Kerilynn Wilson, and others.

New YA Duology Marks a Homecoming for Alexandra Bracken May 4, 2021
Bestselling author Alexandra Bracken will publish a new YA fantasy duology with Random House Children's Books—where she worked in the marketing department a number of years ago.

New Kids' and YA Books: Week of May 3, 2021 April 29, 2021
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about a Sikh daughter and daddy with matching hair, a middle grade novel about a Korean American family’s mythological powers, a YA novel about two teens on an NYC adventure, and more.

Cover Reveal: 'Stuntboy, In the Meantime' April 29, 2021
We spoke with Jason Reynolds, the current National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, about what prompted him to write 'Stuntboy, In the Meantime,' a middle grade novel featuring illustrations by Raúl the Third.

Rights Report: Week of April 26, 2021 April 27, 2021
New deals for Sara Sharaf Beg, Jonny Garza Villa, Hanna Alkaf, Margaret Owen, and others.

Children's and YA LGBTQ Books: Spring 2021 April 27, 2021
We've compiled a list of some new and noteworthy LGBTQ-themed books coming this spring and summer for children and teens.

New and Noteworthy Kids' and YA Books: April 2021 April 26, 2021
April showers bring new releases, including a celebration of the mother-child bond, the adventures of a luchador and his friends, a speculative tale about brotherly love, and many more.

Children's Books for Mother’s Day 2021 April 26, 2021
We've gathered a selection of titles for young readers—including celebratory board books, picture books, and keepsake collections—to enjoy with their families this Mother's Day.

New Kids' and YA Books: Week of April 26, 2021 April 22, 2021
Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about an out-of-this-world pizza, a high fantasy middle grade novel that tackles big themes like grief, a YA novel about a teen who comes of age and contends with an awkward crush, and more.

Excerpt: 'Before They Were Artists: Famous Illustrators as Kids' April 20, 2021
In her graphic novel anthology 'Before They Were Artists,' Elizabeth Haidle brings to life the childhood experiences of six legendary children's illustrators, capturing the early triumphs, failures, and inspirations that paved the way for their artistic careers.

Spring 2021 STEM and STEAM Activity Books for Kids and Teens April 20, 2021
We've compiled a list of some new and forthcoming books featuring hands-on activities with a STEM/STEAM focus.

Rights Report: Week of April 19, 2021 April 20, 2021
New deals for Michael Ralph, Nia Palmer, Laura Molnar, Andrea Hannah, and others.

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Dad’s Camera by Ross Watkins & Illustrated by Liz Anelli (October 2018)

My Dad Used to Be So Cool by Keith Negley (2016)

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SNOW by Sam Usher (2017)

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