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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 23h

Happy October! Stock your shelves with these delightfully spooky Halloween-themed picture books this month: 🦇 BATS ON THE BUS by Alison Jackson, art by @scottymagoon.bsky.social – a twist on the classic nursery rhyme! www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/aliso... Video: vimeo.com/1201446995

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The Bats on the Bus

A school bus full of monsters can’t wait to celebrate Halloween in this spooktacular picture book adaptation of a classic nursery rhyme. When Halloween tri...

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

LBYR is excited to be partnering with NIEA to bring Dr. Brenda J. Child, author of IN OUR OWN WORDS, to Educator Day at the #NIEA26 Convention and Trade Show on Oct. 7! If you're attending, be sure to come by her keynote panel, breakout session, and book signing. www.niea.org/2026-convent...

NIEA Educator Day
Dr. Brenda J. Child
Educator Day Keynote Panel (10/7, 9:00–10:00 AM)
Book Signing (10/7, 2:25–3:40 PM)
Location: Exhibit Level - South
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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

For all who are attending the ALSC National Institute: be sure to make time in your schedule for appearances from @rhodemontijo.bsky.social, and come by the LBYR table in the exhibitor hall to preview our 2027 releases! #ALSC26 More info: nationalinstitute2026.sched.com/about

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Do you feel that chill in the air? Meet the Maconochie siblings as they enter their journey into the afterlife in Annie Barrow's THE LOST THREE. A delightfully wicked story that will have readers prepared for the Halloween season. Pre-order your copy today!

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KidLit TV @kidlittv.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

✨NEW Ready Set Draw!! As a child, Selina Alko loved The Wizard of Oz, Madeline, & Nancy Drew - the same books a young Judy Blume loved! 📚❤️ 🧑‍🎨 Join Selina & create a picture from her book, OTHERWISE KNOWN AS JUDY THE GREAT👉https://www.kidlit.tv/ReadySetDrawJUDYTHEGREAT @littlebrownyr.bsky.social

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The beauty of imagination lies in @brianlies.bsky.social's newest picture book, DIFFY! Get your copy today and explore the joy of stories alongside this curious fish.

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Coming a Shelf Near You: Brian Lies on DIFFY

Author/illustrator Brian Lies introduces his picture book, DIFFY. Available in hardcover.

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Betsy Bird @fuse8.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Maybe you saw the Netflix documentary. Maybe you owned one yourself. Or maybe this is a all new to you. We talk with the creators of an upcoming picture book bio about their truly cool title. #kidlit 📚👍 afuse8production.slj.com/2026/09/17/e...

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"Excellence, expertise, and Black Joy." A Black Barbie Discussion with Dinah Johnson and Laura Freeman - A Fuse #8 Production

Maybe you saw the Netflix documentary. Maybe you owned one yourself. Or maybe this is a all new to you. We talk with the creators of an upcoming picture book bio about their truly cool title.

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Get ready for BRAINBOW by debut author @bymayahen.bsky.social, on shelves next Tuesday! ⭐ "An excellent, modern contribution to the small but mighty world of middle grade literature about synesthesia and other lesser-explored forms of neurodivergence." —SLJ, starred review vimeo.com/1201451364

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Coming a Shelf Near You: Maya Henderson on BRAINBOW

Author/illustrator Maya Henderson introduces her middle grade graphic novel, BRAINBOW. Available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook.

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John Picacio @johnpicacio.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Been a long day, but gotta say — Happy #HispanicHeritageMonth / #LatineHeritageMonth! Celebrating Ms. Mosley and Langley Elementary in San Antonio, TX, as they march into THE INVISIBLE PARADE this month. Grateful to librarian heroes everywhere. #SpookySeason is here. cc: @lbschool.bsky.social

Cover of THE INVISIBLE PARADE by Leigh Bardugo and John Picacio.

A kid pointing at a spread in THE INVISIBLE PARADE.

Kids sitting on the floor, looking at copies of THE INVISIBLE PARADE.

Two kids looking at a spread in THE INVISIBLE PARADE.

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

@authorgracelin.bsky.social 's newest picture book about the power of community is on shelves October 6th! Pre-order your copy of THE LITTLE STONE BUDDHA today - with four starred reviews, it's one you don't want to miss out on.

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The Author Village @theauthorvillage.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

**A New Book from Dashka Slater -- THE WILD SEASON** Congratulations to @dashkaslater.bsky.social -- the author of The 57 BUS and ACCOUNTABLE -- on the release of her first middle grade narrative non-fiction, THE WILD SEASON. This one's not to be missed! www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/dashk...

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Tori Sharp - Open to Queries @ladygoofus.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Cover reveal! Isn't it so dreamy? Credit to Ann Dwyer for this stunning cover design, and thank you to the whole team at LB Ink for their contributions. Flutters (formerly Wing It) is due out May 18th, 2027, and it's up for preorder! www.barnesandnoble.com/w/flutters-t... @lbschool.bsky.social

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

MARIPOSA'S JOURNEY by Belen Medina and illustrated by @juanamartinezn.bsky.social is out now! Join Mariposa on her migration in this beautiful picture book with starred reviews from Booklist and the Horn Book. vimeo.com/1201444948

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Coming a Shelf Near You: Juana Martinez-Neal on MARIPOSA'S JOURNEY

Illustrator Juana Martinez-Neal introduces her picture book, MARIPOSA'S JOURNEY, written by Belen Medina. Available in hardcover.

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

IN OUR OWN WORDS by Brenda J. Child details the history of Indian boarding schools through the primary source accounts of students and their families. Find this essential historical book for young readers on shelves next week. ⭐ "A must-have for every collection.”―Booklist, starred review

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

There's a chill in the air and we've got the perfect read to enter the coming weeks... Follow along with Simon as he learns the world isn't as scary a place as he thinks -- MAYBE MONSTERS is on shelves now!

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Coming a Shelf Near You: Jaime Zollars on MAYBE MONSTERS

Author/illustrator Jaime Zollars introduces her picture book, MAYBE MONSTERS. Available in hardcover.

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

THE LIBRARY OF MEMORIES, a "wondrous middle-grade graphic novel about the bittersweet nature of the past" (Shelf Awareness, starred review ⭐️) written by @mustachebabs.com and illustrated by @lazyfishy.bsky.social, is on shelves now! www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/barba...

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Clem is full of jokes and ready to share them with everyone! CLEM CLAM THE CLASS CLOWN is the perfect back-to-school picture book — full of humor and heart, with an important lesson at the center. Pre-order your copy today for your classroom!

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Back-to-school is here, and KINDERGARTEN GETS READY by @naomidanis.bsky.social and illustrated by Pete Oswald is the perfect picture book for the season. Join Mr. Bee as he gets his classroom ready for his kindergarteners with art supplies, books, cubbies, and a welcoming spot for every student. 🏫 🎒

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Register for #SLJTeenLive tomorrow for panels featuring LBYR authors! 10:05–10:50 ET: Zoulfa Katouh (The Ocean Would Paint Me Blue) 10:05–10:50 ET: @newlevant.bsky.social (Queer and How We Got Here) 1:45–2:30 ET: Kelly McWilliams (No One Leaves the Manor) REGISTER: www.slj.com/event/slj-te...

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

THERE'S A PONY IN MY APARTMENT stampedes onto shelves today! This book is sure to excite and maybe even inspire you to get a new pet... ⭐️ "Good luck reading this at anything quieter than a shout." -BCCB ⭐️ "An irresistible romp." -Kirkus

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Join us in celebrating the 25th anniversary of MARTIN'S BIG WORDS by Doreen Rappaport and illustrated by Bryan Collier! This classic is now joined by CORETTA'S SONG, illustrated by Cozbi Cabrera. Preorder your copy to put these books side by side on your shelf in November!

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The Horn Book @thehornbook.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

From July/August #HBMag #ALA Awards: Profile of 2026 #CSK Author winner @jewellparkerrhodes.bsky.social by @alvinaling.bsky.social : "What Jewell does best is write engaging, exciting books that don’t sugarcoat the real-world problems that children face" www.hbook.com/story/profil...

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Profile of 2026 CSK Author Award Winner Jewell Parker Rhodes

From the July/August 2026 issue of The Horn Book Magazine: Special Issue: ALA Awards.

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

#SLJTeenLive 2026 is coming up! Register at the link below to see fantastic panels featuring LBYR authors Zoulfa Katouh (The Ocean Would Paint Me Blue), @newlevant.bsky.social (Queer and How We Got Here), and Kelly McWilliams (No One Leaves the Manor). www.slj.com/event/slj-te...

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

In this coming-of-age novel, @nwestmoss.bsky.social highlights the bond that siblings have, following an eleven-year-old's journey through grief with a gentle hand. With two starred reviews, BIRDY is a must-read!

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

MARIPOSA'S JOURNEY by Belen Medina and illustrated by @juanamartinezn.bsky.social is the review of the day at booklistonline.com! "An enormously creative and compassionate exploration [of] a topic that touches all, both big and small" (⭐️ @ala-booklist.bsky.social, starred review).

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Booklist Online: Leading Book Discovery

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Get ready for back to school with MIDDLE SCHOOL MONSTERS by @vellichorvictim.bsky.social, a heartfelt graphic novel about finding your pack and "a lifeline for anyone who’s ever felt different" (Kirkus)!

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The Horn Book @thehornbook.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

MARIPOSA’S JOURNEY ( @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social ) by Belen Medina; illus. by @juanamartinezn.bsky.social will receive a starred review in the September/October 2026 #HornBookMagazine. Congratulations! #HBMag #HBStars www.hbook.com/story/septem...

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The Horn Book @thehornbook.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

THE LITTLE STONE BUDDHA (Ling/ @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social ) by @authorgracelin.bsky.social will receive a starred review in the September/October 2026 #HornBookMagazine. Congratulations! #HBMag #HBStars www.hbook.com/story/septem...

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The Horn Book @thehornbook.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

THE GEYSER SISTERS: A TALE FROM THE ARCTIC CIRCLE ( @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social ) by Sara Laux Akin; illus. by Micha Archer will receive a starred review in the September/October 2026 #HornBookMagazine. Congratulations! #HBMag #HBStars www.hbook.com/story/septem...

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The Horn Book @thehornbook.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

July #BacktoSchool #NotesfromtheHornBook with #5Qs for Sophie Blackall and @phoebewahl.bsky.social about STORY RUG ( @littlebrownyr.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social ): "PW: The best projects start by getting curious and critical." www.hbook.com/story/five-q...

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Five questions for Sophie Blackall and Phoebe Wahl

From the July 2026 issue of Notes from the Horn Book.

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Clueless meets Wednesday in SUCH A WITCH by Sarah Henning! Find this charming YA rom-com/murder mystery on shelves this week 🪄 vimeo.com/1201465285?s...

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Coming a Shelf Near You: Sarah Henning on SUCH A WITCH

Author Sarah Henning introduces her YA book, SUCH A WITCH. Available in paperback, hardcover, ebook, and audiobook.

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Summerween is upon us and what better way to celebrate than with new books? Check out these upcoming picture books to get your youngest readers in a spooky mood!

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Jilanne Hoffmann | Kidlit @jilanne.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

It's HERE! TY to everyone who believed in me when I doubted I could ever weave a dual timeline together. Fireworks for you all! Now, time to write the next book! 📚 #kidlit #Edusky #skybrarians @steelworksliterary.bsky.social @lbschool.bsky.social @pbspree.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Happy book birthday to HEARTLAND by @jilanne.bsky.social ! This coming of age novel will have middle grade readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish, eager to uncover the secrets of Xyla's farm alongside her.

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Colby Sharp @colbysharp.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Currently reading… 📚 👍

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

#ALAAC26 attendees, we can't wait to see you at booth 3612! The show floor opens tonight at 5:30, so be sure to come by for giveaways, book talk, and more. We'll also have author signings all through the weekend - link to the full schedule below! www.littlebrownlibrary.com/landing-page...

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ALA Annual 2026 Virtual Booth

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers ALA Annual 2026 Virtual Booth We hope to see you in person at Booth 3612! Congratulations, ALA Award Winners! View title 1562946 View title 1553104 View title …

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John Picacio @johnpicacio.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Grateful to see THE INVISIBLE PARADE amongst @bankstreet.edu’s Best Children’s Books of 2026, honoring literary excellence and potential impact on young readers. For all the librarians attending #alaac26 this weekend — I’ll be signing the book 9am Sunday at the @lbschool.bsky.social Booth #3612! 🚀

Graphic commemorating THE INVISIBLE PARADE’s inclusion on The Bank Street College of Education’s Best of 2026 List.

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Steph Cherrywell @stephcherrywell.com · 22/06/2026

Come see me if you're visiting ALA this year and get yourself a signed copy of The Ink Witch!

A graphic saying: Author Signing with Little, Brown Books for Young Readers - The Ink Witch, Steph Cherrywell, Sunday 6/28, 3:30-4:00 PM at LBYR Booth #3612, ALA Annual in Chicago 2026. Book cover and author's photo are shown.

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John Picacio @johnpicacio.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Looking forward to seeing everyone at @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social Annual Convention. THE INVISIBLE PARADE will be part of the Pura Belpré Celebración, as one of this year’s Honor Book Winners, and I’ll be signing copies Sunday AM at the @lbschool.bsky.social booth! Get there early! 💪🏽 #ALA #ALAAC26

Graphic promoting John Picacio’s signing for THE INVISIBLE PARADE at this year’s ALA Convention.

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

MARIPOSA'S JOURNEY by Belen Medina and illustrated by @juanamartinezn.bsky.social, a breathtaking picture book about the migration of both butterflies and people, comes out September 29, 2026. Preorder your copy now! vimeo.com/1201444948

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Coming a Shelf Near You: Juana Martinez-Neal on MARIPOSA'S JOURNEY

Illustrator Juana Martinez-Neal introduces her picture book, MARIPOSA'S JOURNEY, written by Belen Medina. Available in hardcover.

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Amanda MacGregor @amandamacgregor.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Fast Five Interview: Victoria Wlosok Author Victoria Wlosok joins us to talk about her new book, SIX MUST DIE. teenlibrariantoolbox.com/2026/06/18/f... @tltkaren.bsky.social

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Fast Five Interview: Victoria Wlosok

Author Victoria Wlosok joins us to talk about her new book, SIX MUST DIE.

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Come visit LBYR at #ALAAC26 in booth 3612 for giveaways, new releases, and of course, author signings! Visit the link below for our virtual booth with our full signing schedule. See you in Chicago! www.littlebrownlibrary.com/landing-page...

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Read about @jillbaguchinsky.bsky.social's MAY THE DEAD KEEP YOU in this interview with Teen Librarian Toolbox!

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Huge congratulations to A SCAR LIKE A RIVER by Lisa Graff, the winner of the 2026 Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for Fiction! 🦋

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A Scar Like a River by Lisa Graff
Winner of 2026 Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for Fiction

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The Horn Book @thehornbook.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

The winners of the 2026 Boston Globe–Horn Book Awards have been announced by Horn Book Editor in Chief Elissa Gershowitz: www.hbook.com/page/boston-... #BGHB26 #kidlit #yalit #Fiction #Nonfiction #PictureBook @bostonglobe.com @adriennepettinelli.bsky.social @kweideflynn.bsky.social

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Boston Globe–Horn Book Awards

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LBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

THE DAY MY BROTHER BECAME A TREE follows a young boy as he struggles to accept his family's move and his older sister as she comforts him. This perfect storytime read by Xin Li hits shelves tomorrow, 6/16!

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