YAing News: Week of November 23rd
November 26, 2025
YAing News is back for the week of November 23rd with events, calls for submissions, job postings, and a fantastic First Page Feature! … More YAing News: Week of November 23rd
Tag: Picture Book
The World in Our Backyard by Jami Gigot
October 23, 2025
Gigot’s story highlights the many layers of worlds that exist on our planet and reminds us that even though it is easy to feel overwhelmed at the weight and size of our world, we may be small, but significant parts. … More The World in Our Backyard by Jami Gigot
YAing News: Week of October 13
October 14, 2025
YAing News is back for the week of October 13th with industry news, events, calls for submissions, and job postings. … More YAing News: Week of October 13
I am Connected by Kung Jaadee, illustrated by Carla Joseph
September 30, 2025
I Am Connected is about unity. Ḵung Jaadee’s picture book, illustrated by Carla Joseph, inspires readers to observe and reflect on our relationships with each other, the environment, animals, our ancestors, and ourselves. … More I am Connected by Kung Jaadee, illustrated by Carla Joseph
YAing News: Week of September 21
September 23, 2025
YAing News is back for the week of September 21st with a spectacular First Page Feature! … More YAing News: Week of September 21
Words with Wings and Magic Things by Matthew Burgess, illustrated by Doug Salati
September 16, 2025
In Words with Wings and Magic Things, Matthew Burgess returns with an enchanting poetry collection for children, once again earning his well-deserved spot on the Kids’ Indie Next List. With Burgess’ whimsical, heartfelt verses combined with stunning illustrations by award-winning author and illustrator Doug Salati, this collection reminds readers to pause, look up, and to see the best our world has to offer. … More Words with Wings and Magic Things by Matthew Burgess, illustrated by Doug Salati
Warm and Fuzzy by Scott Rothman, illustrated by Brian Won
August 12, 2025
For the worriers and their steadfast counterparts who offer reassurances, Scott Rothman gives us Warm and Fuzzy, a touching example of anxiety and the gentle ways in which to handle it. This picture book, wonderfully illustrated by Brian Won, follows Warm and Fuzzy as they gear up to embark on an adventure. … More Warm and Fuzzy by Scott Rothman, illustrated by Brian Won
5 Questions for Scott Rothman
August 12, 2025
SCOTT ROTHMAN is a writer of picture books, screenplays, theater, and humor pieces. Scott’s debut picture book ATTACK OF THE UNDERWEAR DRAGON (Random House) and its sequel RETURN OF THE UNDERWEAR DRAGON were both National Indie bestsellers and are being developed into a musical kids TV series by Mercury Filmworks with best-selling illustrator Pete Oswald and Tony-award winning composer Bill Sherman. … More 5 Questions for Scott Rothman
Amoya Blackwood Is Brave by Chantaie Allick, illustrated by Aaron Marin
August 4, 2025
In her debut picture book, Chantaie Allick introduces the wonderfully colourful, bold and inspiring Amoya Blackwood Is Brave. As children, we march to the beat of our own drum, carrying a confidence that can sometimes fade as we grow up. This story explores that first moment when someone dims your light and the impact of the experience. … More Amoya Blackwood Is Brave by Chantaie Allick, illustrated by Aaron Marin
5 Questions for Chantaie Allick
July 23, 2025
Chantaie Allick is a writer, freelance journalist, strategist and consultant. She’s a storyteller and communicator at her core. She helps business owners and creators share their unique stories with the world. Chantaie is based in Toronto. … More 5 Questions for Chantaie Allick
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