Gary Paulsen passed away on Wednesday, October 13.  He was 82. Gary Paulsen was a prolific author and his classic titles are staples on the backlists of Random House Children’s Books’. A three-time Newbery Honor recipient, his award-winning books include Hatchet, Brian’s Winter, The River, Brian’s Return, Brian’s Hunt, Dogsong, Woods Runner, The Winter Room, and

  Fall is finally in the air and we have too many amazing titles on sale this month to choose from!! Please see all of our favorites HERE!        

Feature from The ReadDown As the days start to get colder, there is nothing better than turning on your oven and creating a meal that is warming and cozy. From comfort food to vegan dishes and everything in between, let these cookbooks be your guide to creating something truly delicious.   Fall Cookbooks for the

Cake is delicious and comics are awesome: this exciting non-fiction graphic novel for kids combines both! Explore the history of desserts through a fun adventure with facts, legends, and recipes for readers to try at home.     What inspired you to write this book and even more specifically why a graphic novel? So, the

Who HQ, the bestselling children’s history and biography series, will launch a new line of Who HQ graphic novels on December 21, 2021, Featuring full-color art and text by some of the medium’s most celebrated writers and artists. Each book will portray pivotal moments in a historical figure’s life. The inaugural list includes: WHO SPARKED

This illuminating and defining picture book biography illustrated by Caldecott Honoree Christian Robinson, tells the story of little Eunice who grew up to become the acclaimed singer Nina Simone and her bold, defiant, and exultant legacy. Check out the book trailer below!         Also Illustrated by Christian Robinson…

What could a pampered house cat possibly have to complain about? This latest collaboration from picture book superstars–and cat devotees–Lane Smith and Jory John brings with it a hilarious set of feline problems!     New from Jory John… Summer Camp Critter Jitters Jory John, Liz Climo 978-0-593-11098-0 $17.99 US Hardcover First Day Critter Jitters Jory

We are sad to see summer end but look what fall has in-store for us!! See our favorite titles on sale in September HERE!          

National Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month is a period from September 15 to October 15 in the United States during which time we honor the contributions and influence of Latinx/Hispanic Americans to the United States and celebrate their heritage. The commemoration begins each year on September 15, the anniversary of independence of five Latin American countries: Costa

We are looking forward to the publication of THE 1619 PROJECT: A New Origin Story, created by Nikole Hannah-Jones and The New York Times Magazine, and The 1619 Project’s  BORN ON THE WATER by Nikole Hannah-Jones and Renée Watson, illustrated by Nikkolas Smith. The 1619 Project, which was launched in August 2019, has been one of the most

Get ready for fall and heading back to school with this classic coming of age tale! Cherished by both children and adults, Anne of Green Gables is a celebration of fierce individualism, and the families we create, rather than the ones we are born into. Featured on TIME Magazine’s list of 100 Best YA Books

As we move into autumn, the one thing on every child’s mind is Halloween! We have the perfect titles for you and your kid to welcome in the spooky season. From books about carving pumpkins, friendly monsters, and haunted houses, there’s something for every child to combat the creepy chills. Though traditional Halloween participation like