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.
How to celebrate I Read Canadian Day
Launched in 2020, I Read Canadian Day is a nationwide celebration of Canadian literature for young readers.
Toronto’s Parentbooks, closing after nearly 35 years, was an international destination and community touchstone
The store closes after nearly 35 years in operation at the end of January.
Canadian talent celebrated on USBBY Outstanding International Books list
The annual list highlights the best in children’s literature from around the world.
For young readers to find his book, Nova Scotian author Richard Levangie first had to hide it
Secrets of the Hotel Maisonneuve (Nevermore) features a kid detective on an old-fashioned treasure hunt, so when it came time to promote the book, it seemed only natural for Levangie to leave a trail of hidden messages himself.
Annick Press announces new mentorship program
“Our hope is that this marks the beginning of many new and exciting relationships that will last well after the mentorships are completed.”
2021 Spring Preview: Kids’ books
This season’s books for children – from babies to teens – feature big-name authors and illustrators, anticipated debuts, and a fluffle of bunnies.
Annick Press puts out call for submissions for trans anthology for young readers
The anthology will feature only #ownvoices representation among the writers and illustrators, editor, copyeditor, proofreader, and designer.
See how Edmonton artist Nick Thornborrow reimagined the saints through his video-game aesthetic
How the illustrator made the unlikely transition from sorcerers to saints to create one of 2020’s most striking covers.
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