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Books on Film: In the Studio with Hilda Creator Luke Pearson
I’d like kids to be able to read it in bed, with a torch. That’s cool. For fans of children’s literature, a peek inside a creator’s studio is a treat. This video with Hilda graphic novelist Luke Pearson is just that. A joy to watch. Luke Pearson from Nobrow Ltd on Vimeo.
Review: Pigsticks and Harold and the Incredible Journey by Alex Milway
Pigsticks and Harold and the Incredible Journey By Alex Milway Candlewick Press ISBN: 9780763666156 $12.99 Grades K-4 In Stores May 27, 2014 *Best New Book* Find it at: Schuler Books | Your Library The word “charming” is used pretty often when talking about books, but what does it really mean? I suppose it’s a moving [...]
Notes on April 2014
In April… …we learned what people call themselves. I did a improptu poll to see which title school librarian-type people prefer. …we looked at upcoming books for Caldecott Medal/Honor winners. It turns out there are a bunch of them. …we had a guest from Australia. It was author Andy Griffiths, and I documented the day [...]
H-H-H-Hashtag Holdshelf is Coming Soon
I want to start this post with a YouTube clip, but the choices! Should I go for the heartstrings with Hold On by Wilson Philips? Should I go indie with Hold On by Alabama Shakes? Should I go Parental Advisory with Hold On by 50 Cent? Or Hold On, We’re Going Home by Drake? The [...]
Morning Notes: Hop on Pop Damages Edition
STEVEN SPIELBERG MEETS ROALD DAHL If a children’s book is going to be turned into a movie, can you do any better than Steven Spielberg directing? Yes, in fact – you can have Melissa Mathison (the screenwriter responsible for E.T.) to handle the script. Click here for more details. DON’T HOP ON POP My friend [...]
A Conversation with Kate DiCamillo and Chris Van Dusen
For author Kate DiCamillo and illustrator Chris Van Dusen, August 26th marks a triumphant return to the Mercy Watson Universe. That’s when Leroy Ninker Saddles Up, the first book in the Tales from Deckawoo Drive series is released. It’s also the first time since the Mercy Watson series wrapped up 2009 in that readers get [...]
2014 Preview Interview: Flying Eye Books
Now that we’re solidly into 2014, the time seems right to check in on a few publishers and see what they have coming out in the near (or not so near) future. Kicking off our 2014 Preview Interviews is Flying Eye Books. I chatted with Flying Eye/Nobrow U.S. Sales and Marketing Director Tucker Stone about [...]
One Star Review Guess Who? (#19)
Can you guess the classic children’s book by its scathing one-star review on Goodreads or Amazon? I knew going into the book that I probably wasn’t going to like it much. What I didn’t expect was to be profoundly affected, to the point of tears and sleepless nights, by a drawing of [character], his furry [...]
Morning Notes: Zelinskograph Edition
An article entitled "It’s no wonder boys aren’t reading–the children’s book market is run by women" is causing quite a stir.
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