Kids Books Posts

GGBooks 2024 Special: The Chat with Jean E. Pendziwol and Todd Stewart

by Trevor Corkum

We conclude our coverage of this year’s Governor General’s Literary Awards in conversation with Jean E. Pendziwol and Todd Stewart. Their co-collaboration—the …

Books to Start Reading ALL THE BOOKS with

by Debbie Ridpath Ohi

A recommended reading list by the author/illustrator of the new picture book I Want to Read All the Books

2023 GGBooks Special: The Chat with Sarah Everett

by Trevor Corkum

Next up in this year’s coverage of the Governor General’s Literary Awards, we’re in conversation with Sarah Everett. Her YA novel The Probability …

2023 GGBooks Special: The Chat with Jack Wong

by Trevor Corkum

It’s that time of year again! We’re pleased to highlight all of this year’s English-language Governor General’s Literary Award winners, beginning …

Most Anticipated: Our 2022 Books for Young Readers Spring Preview

by 49th Shelf Staff

All the best books for young readers—and readers of all ages who value a good story.

The Chat with Shanice Nicole

by Trevor Corkum

Dear Black Girls (Metonymy) is a gorgeous picture book offering love and reassurance to Black girls the world over. Writer Shanice Nicole has collaborated …