Taking a walk through the history of pictures this morning. I’d pick an art book over any other book most days. Happy first day of fall, everyone.
A History of Pictures for Children: From Cave Paintings to Computer Drawings was written by David Hockney and Martin Gayford, illustrated by Rose Blake and published by Abrams Books for Young Readers. It’ll be out on October 2.
“Who loves books so much that she would risk her life to save them?”
She’s smart, well-read, fierce and she’s ready to save the world one villain at a time — in this case from the nefarious Doctor Glockenspiel who’s threatening to unleash an army of giant moths that will eat the world’s books. She does more than just fight crime—oh, so much more—her good deeds include stealthily putting the right book in the hands of just about everyone that crosses her path. She’s a true hero. We have a feeling we’ll be seeing more of Lyric and we can’t wait. Also proclaimed by Avery as “her favorite picture book.” High praise!
Lyric McKerrigan, Secret Librarian was written by Jacob Sager Weinstein, illustrated by Vera Brosgol and published by Clarion Books.
“Sharing is a lot like giving thanks — they both bring people together.”
Omu cooks a delectable thick red stew one afternoon — perhaps “the best dinner” she’ll ever have! As its delicious scent wafts up and down the block all afternoon, passersby and people from the neighborhood can’t seem to resist. They all stop by with a knock on her door, asking to try some. But will Omu have any left for herself? Don’t miss this lovely tale redolent of beautiful friendship, sharing and community. And Oge Mora’s collages really are divine.
Sharing our stories with others is what we as a society need to do, especially now, and we’re thankful that Oge Mora has shared this wonderful one about her grandmother. We’re looking forward to hearing many more.
Thank You, Omu! was written and illustrated by Oge Mora and published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. It’ll be out on October 2.
Fans of Wee Society, rejoice! Their newest project is out tomorrow and it’s (quite literally) a huge book of laughs! Wee Hee Hee: A Collection of Pretty Funny Jokes and Pictures is the epitome of fun and funny — jokes and clever word play galore illustrated with Wee Society’s joyful, modern design aesthetic. Also included are tips for just-right joke telling, a riddle to illustrate, a spot for little jokesters to record people’s reactions, their favorite joke and other interactive features.
We are partnering with Wee Society to give away two copies of Wee Hee Hee. This giveaway is open to US and Canada residents and ends Friday, 9/21, at 11:59 PM PST. Head over to this Instagram post to enter.
“Books are my treasures—the best that I’ve got.
Books are like rivers that flow through my head.
Books are like roads,” she just might have said.
“Roads that connect my old self to my new.
Unlocking our hearts to what’s noble and true.”
The story of the venerable Shakespeare and Company and its founder Sylvia Beach as told by the bookstore itself! Sylvia had a love of life, books, and poetry, which she used to transform an old, dusty space into one of the most famous havens for readers and aspiring writers—Ernest Hemingway, Gertrude Stein, Janet Flanner, James Joyce and Simone de Beauvoir to name a few. Stories like these are some of our favorite kinds. Anyone else ever have dreams of opening a bookstore (resident cat and all)?
Sylvia's Bookshop: The Story of Paris's Beloved Bookstore and Its Founder (As Told by the Bookstore Itself!) was written by Robert Burleigh, illustrated by Katy Wu and published by Paula Wiseman Books. It’ll be out soon on September 25.