Have you ever wondered why certain books are the target of individuals or groups who want the books banned or censored? Generally, these are children's books or young adult books. ... Read More

I have added two more children's picture books to my Top Picks list of Children's Books About the Chinese New Year: Sam and the Lucky Money and New Clothes for ... Read More

Jerry Pinkney is one of my favorite children's book illustrators. Over the years, Jerry Pinkney has gained a reputation as both a fine artist and as an illustrator of ... Read More

Did you know that the Chinese New Year begins February 18, 2007? If you and your children would like to know more about the Chinese New Year, see my list ... Read More

While it is not a book about Valentine's Day, the theme of In My Heart and the illustrations make it a great Valentine's Day gift for any family. The ... Read More

Did you know that between the English language editions published by Bloomsbury, the UK publisher of the Harry Potter series, and the American publisher, Scholastic, there will be seven different ... Read More

Children love Valentine's Day and all the fun that goes with it. They like making, giving and receiving Valentine's Day cards, eating candy hearts and enjoying favorite Valentine's Day books. ... Read More

In a February 6th diary entry on her Web site, J.K. Rowling reveals her feelings about completing the manuscript for the seventh and final Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and ... Read More

Today, in a news release from Scholastic and a Web site entry on J.K. Rowling's Web site, the long awaited publication date for the seventh and final Harry Potter book, ... Read More