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Why Aren’t Kids Interested in the Classics Anymore?
By Glenn A. Johnson When I was a kid, reading wasn’t a chore—it was an adventure. We devoured Charlotte’s Web, Treasure Island, Anne of Green Gables, Tom Sawyer, and The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. (And yes, I read The Hardy Boys.) These weren’t just books for school; they were companions. They made us
Read moreReview: Bajette’s Balloon and the Magic of Smiles by Claudia Colonna
Have you ever thought that a single balloon could bring joy to many, many people? In Claudia Colonna’s picture book, a magical balloon guides a little girl through her city, making small but meaningful changes to the lives of those around her. From a veteran with a broken wheelchair wheel to a little boy with
Read moreIs There a Future for Books in the Anti-Social Century?
By Glenn A. Johnson We are living through the loneliest era in human history—and many of us seem to prefer it that way. Journalist Derek Thompson points to a striking reality: Americans now spend 20 percent less time socializing in person than they did just two decades ago. But this is not simply a matter
Read more10 Useful Tips for Children’s Book Writers
New to the world of children’s literature and unsure what to do next? Suzanne Elson, whose picture book Calm Down Counting was launched on April 6, 2025, has been working tirelessly to market her amazing social-emotional learning story about a girl with anxiety. Here are her top tips for promoting books, not in any particular
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