Milky Way Picture Books will debut with 6 titles this fall.
A new poetry anthology showcases the diverse perspectives of young immigrants
In the small but mighty #ownvoices anthology Carry On: Poetry by Young Immigrants (OwlKids Books), teenaged students, each a newcomer to Canada, relate their experiences of leaving behind family, friends, and a familiar way of life.
Owlkids Books announces open call for BIPOC voices
Owlkids Books has launched an open call for previously unpublished picture books and early chapter book manuscripts from unagented BIPOC writers aged 18 or older.
Alma Fullerton repurposes environmentally damaging waste as artwork
The Three Brothers wins 2020 Elizabeth Mrazik-Cleaver Canadian Picture Book Award
Gay’s book was selected from 122 submissions and was awarded a cheque for $1,000.
Kidlit Special: Sarena and Sasha Nanua on their journey from popular YA bloggers to debut fantasy authors
The twin book bloggers spoke with Q&Q about YA fiction and co-writing Sisters of the Snake.
Second Story Press holds its annual Indigenous Writing Contest
The aim is to find writing that reflects the experience of Indigenous peoples in Canada.
Kids Write 4 Kids contest now open
Students in Grades 4–8 are encouraged to submit an original story of fact or fiction, prose or poetry.
Kidlit Special: Three #ownvoices novels for young audiences
This spring, an actor, filmmaker, and musician each step away from their day jobs to publish personal #ownvoices books aimed at young readers.
Kidlit Special: Todd Stewart’s gentle look at the circle of life
In the picture book, one tree is childlike, full of wonder and questions, and the other is older and wiser.
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