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Paddington Bear Creator Michael Bond Dies at 91
The image of Paddington in a train station with a note pinned to his duffel coat came from Bond's memories of seeing refugee children during World War II.
Jacqueline Woodson Honored by Lambda Literary
Among the 22 Lammys presented in New York City was the Visionary Award, which went to Jacqueline Woodson. The winner in the children's/YA category was M.E. Girard.
Drag Queen Story Hours Flourishing on Both Coasts
Inclusive stories, music, snacks, treasure hunts, and a liberal dose of "fabulousness" mark these storytimes trending in libraries.
Surprise! It's Kwame Alexander
The Newbery Award winner delighted a stunned group of seventh grade fans with an impromptu concert. Yes, a concert.
Caldecott Medalist Peter Spier Dies
Spier was known for his detailed drawings that encouraged deep looking and provided a new perspective to familiar stories, places, and songs.
1980s Heartthrob Andrew McCarthy Now an Accidental YA Author
Fly Away Home represents a first for the actor-writer-director, who counts many librarians as both former and current fans.
New Kid-Lit Landmarks To Be Named During Children's Book Week
Sites connected to Mark Twain, Barbara Park, and Virginia Sorensen have been designated as the 2017 Literary Landmarks.
Patricia McKissack, Beloved Award-Winning Author, Passes Away
McKissack's impact on the realm of literature, her devotion to her husband, and her captivating laugh are remembered by those closest to her.
School Librarian Creates "Trolls" Music Video for Sick Child
A New York elementary school librarian, and her middle school teacher husband, spearheaded a project to brighten the life of a kindergartner with cancer.
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