Caldecott Medal, ALA Awards, and More Client News

We couldn’t be more proud of our amazing clients. They’ve racked up awards, starred reviews, and more. Here’s their latest news… Continue reading “Caldecott Medal, ALA Awards, and More Client News”

Interview: Carole and Jeffery Boston Weatherford on Juggling, Music and Working Together

Carole Boston Weatherford and her son Jeffery Boston Weatherford are both amazing artists in their own right, Carole focusing on the written words and Jeffery on illustration. This has allowed them to work separately as well as together.

We asked them how they do it. Continue reading “Interview: Carole and Jeffery Boston Weatherford on Juggling, Music and Working Together”

Our 2020 Most Anticipated Books

It’s the beginning of a whole new decade, and lots of great-looking books are coming out soon. From new books in acclaimed picture book series, to a sequel to an award-winning middle-grade novel, to a young adult novel that has received four starred reviews… so far!

Here are our most anticipated books coming out in 2020. Continue reading “Our 2020 Most Anticipated Books”

Awards, Best-Of Lists, Appearances and More

The year is coming to an end, but our clients’ kudos and work never ends. We’re thrilled for their awards, appearances, starred reviews and more. Read all their latest news…

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We Wish You… Our Clients’ Best Wishes For the Holidays and 2020

We’re starting a new decade in just a few days, filled with wonder, thrills and new books! The new year even starts with a brand new picture book from The Booking Biz founder Carmen Oliver, BEARS MAKE THE BEST WRITING BUDDIES, releasing on Jan. 1!

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Your Summer Reads Are Here

It’s summer! And that means it’s time to relax with a good book. Here’s a list of titles for all tastes and ages.

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New Books and Awards

With awards, original mugs and new books, we’re celebrating our talented, hard-working clients. Here’s what they’ve been up to… Continue reading “New Books and Awards”

35-Point Checklist for a Great Author Visit

Setting up a great author visit is a big job, but the more organized you are up front, the better the event will be.

To help, we’ve compiled a handy checklist so you can make sure all your bases are covered. The checklist is broken down by timeline, but this might change based upon your school district and schedule. Read through the entire checklist, then do each step in accordance with your school’s needs. Continue reading “35-Point Checklist for a Great Author Visit”

Picture Books Are Teachers, guest post by Dianne White

There’s been discussion lately about how picture books shouldn’t be thought of as books only for the youngest readers. These seemingly simple yet complex formats offer a lot to readers of all ages and writers for all ages.

Dianne White
Dianne White

Our client, Dianne White, knows a lot about this. Her picture book BLUE ON BLUE has been loved by readers of all ages, as well inspired and been used for instruction. We asked Dianne to tell us more about how picture books can help educators with their students, even above the age of 6. Here’s what she told us… Continue reading “Picture Books Are Teachers, guest post by Dianne White”