Tag Archives: Picture books

Happy Birthday, Mem Fox

Posted on 5 March 2013 by Joelle, Associate Editor

Writing a picture book is like writing War and Peace in Haiku. • Mem Fox • (Check out Mem Fox and our children’s picture book section on BookPage.com.)

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2013 Youth Media Awards

Posted on 28 January 2013 by Eliza, Associate Editor

In our office we discuss and anticipate the announcement of the Newbery, Caldecott and Printz Awards with passion and glee—and let’s just say that this morning there was a fair bit of squealing when the ALA named this year’s recipients. … Continue reading →

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Enter to win a box of 20 kids’ books

Posted on 2 September 2011 by Eliza, Associate Editor

Noticed this on our website? That’s right. Sign up for our e-newsletter about children’s and teen books, and you’ll be entered to win a box of 20 books! The winner can choose between picture books, middle grade or YA titles, … Continue reading →

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7 questions with . . . Shane W. Evans

Posted on 18 February 2011 by Eliza, Associate Editor

Shane W. Evans, author and illustrator of a gorgeous new book about the Underground Railroad, answered a few questions for our latest edition of Reading Corner. In BookPage’s picture book roundup in celebration of Black History Month, contributor Robin Smith … Continue reading →

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Your favorite holiday children’s book

Posted on 22 December 2010 by Eliza, Associate Editor

In this morning’s edition of Reading Corner, I mention that one of my favorite holiday picture books ever is Carl’s Christmas by Alexandra Day. And of course, I will always love my family’s (now nearly fallen-apart) pop-up version of ‘Twas … Continue reading →

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Best Children’s Books of 2010

Posted on 10 December 2010 by Eliza, Associate Editor

In Wednesday’s edition of Reading Corner, we revealed the Best Children’s Books of 2010, as determined by the editors of BookPage. We chose 10 picks in each age range (picture books, middle grade and teen), and our choices include a … Continue reading →

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What’s your favorite children’s book of 2010?

Posted on 7 December 2010 by Eliza, Associate Editor

You’ve learned all about BookPage editors’ favorite books of 2010, but you may have realized that something’s missing from our coverage. . . What about kids and teen books?! In tomorrow’s edition of Reading Corner, we’ll reveal our editor-selected Best … Continue reading →

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Jeff Foxworthy gets serious about reading

Posted on 26 October 2010 by Trisha, Managing Editor

Comedian Jeff Foxworthy has been making people laugh since the mid-1990s. Best known for his “you might be a redneck if” jokes, he also appeared on “Blue Collar TV” and currently hosts the popular game show “Are You Smarter than … Continue reading →

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In her own words: the world’s tallest woman

Posted on 5 May 2010 by Eliza, Associate Editor

One of my favorite new features on BookPage.com this week is a behind-the-book essay by Kate Klise, half of the Klise Sisters, the award-winning author-illustrator duo. Kate and her sister M. Sarah’s latest picture book is called Stand Straight, Ella … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Spot and Shrek

Posted on 1 April 2010 by Eliza, Associate Editor

We occasionally commemorate author birthdays on this blog (none more popular than Jane Austen’s), but today I want to give a shout out to some book birthdays—Where’s Spot? and Shrek!. Spot turns 30 this year, and there will be many … Continue reading →

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And now for something completely different

Posted on 1 March 2010 by Trisha, Managing Editor

It’s always a treat to hear that David Sedaris has a new project in the works. Even more exciting? Finding out he’s going off the beaten path.  Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk, a collection of fables being published by Little, Brown in … Continue reading →

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Valentine's Day treats for a special reader

Posted on 4 February 2010 by Eliza, Associate Editor

All you have to do is look at our February cover to know we’re excited about Valentine’s Day here at BookPage. To celebrate even more, we’re giving away a box of beautiful picture books—a perfect gift for any child. The … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Hanukkah with kid-friendly books

Posted on 11 December 2009 by Eliza, Associate Editor

Hanukkah begins tonight at sundown. Whether your family celebrates the Festival of Lights or they’d like to learn more about the holiday, these books will be perfect to share with any child. “Four Sides, Eight Nights: A New Spin on … Continue reading →

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Best Books of 2009: Picture books

Posted on 9 December 2009 by BookPage

Looking for gifts for the little ones on your list? Our top 10 picture books are full of engaging illustrations and text that will get young readers hooked. All the World by Liz Garton Scanlon, illustrated by Marla Frazee (Beach … Continue reading →

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We're thankful for picture books (& giveaways!)

Posted on 18 November 2009 by Eliza, Associate Editor

Thanksgiving is nearly a week away, and if you know little ones who love to read, there are many picture books that will help them celebrate the holiday. A couple releases from this year include Jacqueline Jules’ Duck for Turkey … Continue reading →

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