A Star from Kirkus for Night on the Sand (HarperCollins) by Monica Mayper, illustrated by Jaime Kim The review calls the book "Powerfully compelling" and says "the artwork delineates moods and emotions via a precise, rich palette.

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2022-09-01

Murray Christmas (Abrams) by E.G. Keller has earned another starred review, this time from School Library Journal.

The review calls the book  is "a perfect Christmas read-aloud; children will want to take this book—and ­Murray—home."

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2022-08-26

Illustration by for OpEd titled When Miscarriage is a Crime.

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2022-08-19

London Ladd created this illustration for an article in Scientific American called "A Time Traveler's Legacy" by Sheree Renee Thomas, about Octavia Butler's legacy on today's speculative fiction.

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2022-08-19

A Night on the Sand (HarperCollins) by Monica Mayper, illustrated by Jaime Kim won't be out until August but it is already getting great reviews from both the Center for Children's Books and Publishers Weekly.

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2022-07-18

Frank Morrison, Brittany Jackson, Vanessa Brantley Newton and Shadra Strickland books are featured in New York Historical Society Exhibition: Picture the Dream: The Story of the Civil Rights Movement Through Children's Books.

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2022-06-22

Bloom (Little Simon) by Ruth Forman, illustrated by Talia Skyles, and Queen of Kindergarten (Nancy Paulsen Books) by Derrick Barnes, illustrated by Vanessa Brantley Newton are on Amazon Editor's list of the best books of May!

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2022-05-05

A Sprinkle of Sadie written by Lana Spasevski, illustrated by Joanie Stone has been published in Australia.
In three sprinkle-filled stories (Sadie shows that any problem can be solved with generosity, kindness and, of course, a delicious baked treat.

Congratulations Joanie!

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2022-04-06

The 2022 Booklist from Rise: A Feminist Book Project  
includes:

Secrets of the Sea, illustrated by Joanie Stone

The Library Bus, illustrated by Gabrielle Grimard

Legacy, art by Vanessa Brantley Newton, Cathy Ann Johnson, Keisha Morris, Shadra Strickland, and Elizabeth Zunon

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2022-01-29

The Bank Street Children's Book Committee has awarded one of three silver medals to: Sharuko
(Lee & Low) by Monica Brown, illustrated by Elisa Chavarri, deeming it one of the best Spanish language picture books of 2020 and 2021.
Congratulations Elisa!

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2022-01-19

Paletero Man (HarperCollins) by Lucky Diaz, illustrated by Micah Player, and Friday Night WrestleFest (Roaring Brook) by J.F. Fox, illustrated by Micah Player have both been named to the Mockingbird Reading list.

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2021-12-21

Parker Shines On: Another Extraordinary Moment (Aladdin) by Parker Curry and Jessica Curry, illustrated by Brittany Jackson, was featured recently on Good Morning America.
https://t.co/g76tG2gb5o

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2021-11-02

Happy Book Birthday to The Story of You (Boyds Mills Press) by Lisa Ann Scott, illustrated by Sue Cornelison has been released. This dynamic picture book for readers of all ages features lush illustrations that bring universal situations to light.

Congratulations Sue!

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2021-10-14

Sharuko (Lee & Low) by Monica Brown and illustrated by Elisa Chavarri has made The Today Show's list of 23 beautiful kids' books to celebrate and honor Hispanic Heritage. https://t.co/qcOQjQmVMB

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2021-09-18

2020 Pura Belpre Illustrator Honor book Sharuko (Lee & Low) by Monica Brown, illustrated by Elisa Chavarri has been named to Horn Book Magazine's 2021 Summer Reading list.https://t.co/zqz0Qvv6yp

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2021-06-09

Paletero Man (HarperCollins) by Lucky Diaz, illustrated by Micah Player has starred review from Publishers Weekly. I
"Player adds dynamic spreads in bright hues that often illuminate the untranslated Spanish. A wonderfully executed treat of a book with a sweet community focus."

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2021-06-03

Happy Book Birthday to "Paletero Man"! A vibrant picture book celebrating the strength of community and the tastes of summer from Latin Grammy-winning musician Lucky Diaz and celebrated artist Micah Player.

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2021-06-02

"Paletero Man" illustrated by Micah Player earned a starred review from School Library Journal. "Filled with life and joy, this story is an upbeat, multi-sensory experience that honors the breadth and harmony of multiculturalism in Diaz’s LA hometown. "
On sale June 1, 2021.

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2021-04-29

Sharuko, illustrated by Elisa Chavarri, Bedtime for Sweet Creatures, illustrated by Elizabeth Zunon and Just Like Mama, illustrated by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, have been named to the CCBC Choices best-of-the-year list. https://t.co/tm2wPM6e0b

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2021-03-25

Joanie Stone, illustrator of Secrets of the Sea (Clarion) is interviewed on Jena Benton's blog, along with the book's author Evan Griffith. https://t.co/hSNYHGJFQ3

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2021-03-13