In this interview with Amy Meyerson, learn about her favorite local haunts, her upcoming book, and what she's currently ...

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As a child, Jill Bartholomaus dreamed of being a published author. Her daughters, Jessie Lake, 40, and Molly Johnson, 30, remember her always writing, and their grandfather says she used to sneak out ...

Ken-Ton now will let parents challenge the content of library books. Officials said school-level staff will assess each book and could, based on that review, remove the title from circulation.

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When children suffer trauma, it harms their bodies as well as their minds. Dr. Megan T. Sandel, co-director of the Grow ...

Why the buzz: “Debbie is an incredibly talented storyteller and artist who has a keen instinct for what kids like, which is ...

Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers has announced a new imprint to be helmed by Sarah Barley, previously editorial ...

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Kids grappling with bullying can check out our list of relatable books for various ages, from picture books to tween and teen novels to memoirs. Some books deal with cyberbullying, while others ...

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