Sing it loud, sing it proud! In Choir Grrrl, thirteen-year-old Alondra was born into a musical family; her dad, former frontman of an alt-rock band, has taught her and her sisters to follow in his footsteps. Despite secretly liking quieter music, Alondra is committed to the band she and her sisters have formed. But when a classmate recruits her for a choir group, Alondra rediscovers her love of singing and making music. Afraid to upset the delicate balance in her family, she covertly practices with the choir between shows with the band—until her secrets are exposed.

Rebecca is overwhelmed by the pressure of preparing for her bat mitzvah while grieving the loss of her mother and dealing with growing insecurity. Her friendship with Hailey is fraying, leaving Rebecca to find comfort in her dog, Meatball. Meanwhile, Nikki's family has lost their home, forcing them to move into a smaller, less glamorous apartment. Nikki hides her financial struggles by lying to her old friends, even stealing money to maintain appearances. As their paths cross, Rebecca and Nikki form a deep, unexpected bond. Funny, fast-paced, and heartfelt, Rules for Liars…

Editor-in-Chief Michelle Schingler Interviews Kao Kalia Yang, Author of A Home on the Page / The word “America” has long been lingua franca the world over to describe this shining land of opportunity,...

Award-winning author Kao Kalia Yang and dynamic illustrator Seo Kim team up once more to create the heartfelt picture book A Home on the Page. In this story, young Nou finds the hateful message "Asians Go Home" spray-painted outside on her family's mailbox. She starts to wonder where home truly is. Family members share how they find home, and Nou begins writing stories, creating a place where she belongs. Today author Kao Kalia Yang joins us to share what writing this picture book meant to her and how it felt to team up with Seo Kim who illustrated her first book…

If you are struggling to know how to talk to kids about ICE, you're not alone. Some of the books below are ones that you don't want to need, but your community needs them now. Others are stories of the immigrant and refugee experience, because humanizing people is important for helping all children to feel safe--at school, at the bus stop, at the grocery store, at home. And the last set are nonfiction resources to learn about immigration, refugees, and what you can do to help.

Lerner Publisher Services is honored to introduce our newest publisher partner, Cicada Books! Cicada Books is an award-winning publisher based in the UK. Their eclectic list features a mix of picture books, nonfiction, and graphic novels—all immaculately designed and produced. Cicada loves books that are a little anarchic, a little out-of-the-ordinary, and very, very beautiful. Take a closer look at their Spring 2026 new releases below, and scroll to the bottom to check out their extraordinary backlist now available from Lerner!

This Earth Day and Poetry Month, explore books that encourage readers to reflect on the natural world and express their ideas through language, imagery, and story.

‘I write because I don't know what to do with all of the things that are going on in the world,’ Yang said.

We are proud to share the February new releases from Lerner Publishing Group. These titles include picture books to help young readers find peace and understanding, graphic novels encouraging kindness and cooperation, and middle grade novels emphasizing using your voice.

Entries in the popular category this spring include notable talents such as Graham Annable, Drew Daywalt, Dan Santat, Kelly Thompson, and Lewis Trondheim.

In the midst of a tumultuous, cold winter, the 2026 American Library Association Youth Media Awards gave the employees of Lerner Publishing Group a much-welcomed morning of joy and celebration. Gathering in the conference room, we cheered as seven books received eight ALA awards. We are honored and grateful to share these extraordinary titles with you.

What can a sewer system, a pair of shoes, or a fireworks display tell us about history and culture? This Social Studies roundup highlights books that uncover surprising stories and deeper meaning behind everyday topics, global events, and human experiences.

This February, fiction takes center stage. Fiction February is back with engaging stories, creative resources, and opportunities to celebrate reading all month long. Here’s what’s in store and how you can join. Sign up now for Fiction February, or read on for more information!

Women’s History Month offers an opportunity to highlight the stories, achievements, and voices of women who have shaped history and continue to influence the world today. This Librarian Prep Post brings together books that support thoughtful collection development and helps you plan meaningful displays, programming, and instruction for readers of all ages.

Winter can be a time of stillness, when the world burrows in—roots, animals, and dreamers alike—each settling into a gentle hush. Our 2026 Winter Showcase drifts through the bedtime rhythms and wonder...

Help children and young adults get started on their New Year reading resolutions with these new titles!

February is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to refresh your Black History Month booklists. We’ve curated a range of new and essential titles to help you plan engaging displays and instruction for readers of all ages.

Looking back, Lerner has seen some amazing years publishing exceptional fiction and nonfiction for K–12 readers. But 2025 has been a year unlike any we’ve seen! Our titles earned an extraordinary 57 starred reviews, and our distribution partners earned another 8. Explore the celebrated picture books, middle grade and young adult fiction, graphic novels, and nonfiction that made this such a standout year.

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