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1. A Bountiful Crop for Kids.

Author

Brown, Jennifer M. and Britton, Jason

Subjects
*PUBLISHING conferences, *CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Focuses on children's books at the BookExpo American convention held in New York from May 3-5, 2002. Information on the young adult novel 'Hoot,' by Carl Hiassen; Party hosted by Simon & Schuster for the book 'Eloise Takes a Bawth,' by Kay Thompson; Description of David Ellwand's fashion creation for 'Fairieality.'

Published
2002

2. All-Time Bestselling Children's Books.

Author

Roback, Diane, Britton, Jason, and Turvey, Debbie Hochman

Subjects
*CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Presents a list of bestselling children's books as of December 17, 2001. 'The Poky Little Puppy,' by Janette Sebring Lowry; 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit,' by Beatrix Potter; 'Tootle,' by Gertrude Crampton.'

Published
2001

3. In the Aftermath.

Author

Roback, Diane and Britton, Jason

Subjects
*SEPTEMBER 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001, *CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Discusses the impact of the September 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States on children's booksellers and publishers. Trend among children's book sales; Author appearances and tours that were canceled following the tragedy; Recommended children's books for source of comfort.

Published
2001

4. A Fall Harvest.

Author

Brown, Jennifer M. and Britton, Jason

Subjects
*CHILDREN'S literature, *BOOKSELLERS & bookselling, *CONFERENCES & conventions
Abstract

Focuses on the portion of BookExpo America (BEA) 2001 dedicated to sellers and publishers of children's books. Comments from Caron Chapman of the Association of Booksellers for Children; Two separate literacy initiatives at the event; Information on the Evening with Children's Booksellers event at BEA.

Published
2001

5. Representing Change.

Author

Britton, Jason

Subjects
*COMMERCIAL agents, *CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Explores the changes in the role that book agents play in the children's book publishing sector. Role of a book agent; Submission process in children's book publishing; Number of agents representing children's book authors and artists; Advantages of agents with an editorial background.

Published
2001

6. Children's Books.

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., and Britton, Jason

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Reviews several children's books. `Teeny Tiny Tingly Tales,' by Nancy Van Laan and illustrated by Victoria Chess; `David's Drawings,' by Cathryn Falwell; `Heverly,' by Kevin Yagher; `Just Ella,' by Margaret Peterson Haddix. INSET: THE LAND.

Published
2001

7. A Changing Landscape.

Author

Roback, Diane and Britton, Jason

Subjects
*PUBLISHING, *CHILDREN'S literature, *MERGERS & acquisitions
Abstract

Presents the views of children's book publishers on the developments in the children's book publishing sector. Implications of consolidation in the industry according to Ginee Seo, editorial director of paperbacks at HarperCollins; Response of the sector to the emergence of electronic books; Role of the Internet in the increase of sales outlets for children's books according to Alan Smagler of Simon and Schuster.

Published
2000

8. Children's NOTES.

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Introduces several children's books. 'A Peanuts Christmas,' by Charles M. Schulz; 'Gaspard and Lisa's Christmas Surprise,' by Anne Gutman; 'Jazzy in the Jungle,' by Lucy Cousins; 'Shark in the Park!,' by Nick Sharratt.

Published
2002

9. Jacqueline Wilson.

Author

Britton, Jason

Subjects
*WOMEN authors, *CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Features children's book author Jacqueline Wilson. Details of her childhood; Themes of her books; Information on some of her written works.

Published
2002

10. It's in the Mail.

Author

Britton, Jason

Subjects
*CHILDREN'S literature, *ADVERTISING campaigns, *PUBLISHING
Abstract

Talks about postcard campaigns used by children's book publishers as a marketing tool in the U.S. in 2002. Information on the campaigns for 'The Watcher' by James Howe and the Fearless book series written by Francine Pascal; Postcard promotion by Random House for 'The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants,' by Ann Brashares; Details on the postcard campaign launched by Harcourt for 'Auntie Claus and the Key to Christmas,' by Elise Primavera.

Published
2002

11. Children's NOTES.

Author

Zaleski, Jeff, Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., and Britton, Jason

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Offers information on several books for children. 'McDuff Saves the Day,' by Rosemary Wells and illustrated by Susan Jeffers; 'The Castaway,' by James Stevenson; 'Vera Goes to the Dentist,' by Ver Rosenberry.

Published
2002

12. Children's NOTES.

Author

Roback, Dianne, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Presents information on several children's books. 'Painted Eggs and Chocolate Bunnies,' by Earl Anderson; 'Make Your Own Easter Treats!,' by Sonali Fry and illustrated by Judith Moffatt; 'Easter Egg Hunt,' by Nadine Bernard Westcott.

Published
2001

13. ELOISE TAKES A BAWTH (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Eloise Takes a Bawth,' by Kay Thompson with Mart Crowley and illustrated by Hilary Knight.

Published
2002

14. LOOSE THREADS (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Loose Threads,' by Lorie Ann Grover.

Published
2002

15. WINTER (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Winter,' by John Marsden.

Published
2002

16. THE GAGGLE SISTERS RIVER TOUR (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'The Gaggle Sisters River Tour,' by Chris Jackson.

Published
2002

17. IF YOU TAKE A MOUSE TO SCHOOL (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'If You Take a Mouse to School,' by Laura Numeroff, illustrated by Felicia Bond.

Published
2002

18. EPOSSUMONDAS (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Epossumondas,' by Coleen Salley, illustrated by Janet stevens.

Published
2002

19. RIGHT OUTSIDE MY WINDOW (Book).

Author

Zaleski, Jeff, Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., and Britton, Jason

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Right Outside My Window,' by Mary Ann Hoberman and illustrated by Nicholas Wilton.

Published
2002

20. HANDBOOK FOR BOYS (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Handbook for Boys: A Novel,' by Walter Dean Myers.

Published
2002

21. A CHAPEL OF THIEVES (Book).

Author

Roback, Dianne, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'A Chapel of Thieves,' by Bruce Clements.

Published
2002

22. GOBBLE, QUACK, MOON (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Gobble, Quack, Moon,' by Matthew Gollub and illustrated b Judy Love.

Published
2002

23. DARBY (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Darby,' by Jonathon Scott Fuqua.

Published
2002

24. MR. WOLF AND THE THREE BEARS (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Mr. Wolf and the Three Bears,' by Jan Fearnley.

Published
2002

25. THE BUG CEMETERY (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'The Bug Cemetry,' by Frances Hill and illustrated by Vera Rosenberry.

Published
2002

26. NONSENSE! (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Nonsense! He Yelled,' by Roger Eschbacher and illustrated by Adrian Johnson.

Published
2002

27. PRECIOUS WATER (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Precious Water: A Book of Thanks,' by Brigitte Weninger and illustrated by Anne M ö ller.

Published
2002

28. THINGS NOT SEEN (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Things Not Seen,' by Andrew Clements.

Published
2002

29. THE BOY WHO DREW CATS (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'The Boy Who Drew Cats,' by Margaret Hodges and illustrated by Aki Sogabe.

Published
2002

30. THE PRINCESS AND THE PIZZA (Book).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'The Princess and the Pizza,' by Mary Jane Auch and illustrated by Herm Auch.

Published
2002

31. THE DOG PRINCE (Book Review).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
FICTION, CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Reviews the book `The Dog Prince,' by Lauren Mills, illustrated by Lauren Mills and Dennis Nolan.

Published
2001

32. LORD OF THE NUTCRACKER MEN (Book Review).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book `Lord of the Nutcracker Men,' by Iain Lawrence.

Published
2001

33. THE THREE BILLY GOATS GRUFF (Book Review).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
NONFICTION, CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Reviews the book `The Three Billy Goats Gruff,' by Mary Finch and illustrated by Roberta Arenson.

Published
2001

34. THAT'S MY DOG (Book Review).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., and Britton, Jason

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book `That's My Dog!,' by Rick Walton and illustrated by Julia Gordon.

Published
2001

35. MONSIEUR EEK (Book review).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book `Monsieur Eek,' by David Ives.

Published
2001

36. THE RELUCTANT FLOWER GIRL (Book Review).

Author

Zaleski, Jeff, Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., and Britton, Jason

Subjects
FICTION, CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Reviews the book `The Reluctant Flower Girl,' by Lynne Barasch.

Published
2001

37. WILLIE WINS (Book Review).

Author

Zaleski, Jeff, Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., and Britton, Jason

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Willie Wins,' by Almira Astudillo Gillies and illustrated by Carl Angel.

Published
2001

38. Zartog's Remote (Book Review).

Author

Zaleski, Jeff, Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., and Britton, Jason

Subjects
FICTION, CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Reviews the book `Zartog's Remote,' by Herbie Brennan and illustrated by Neal Layton.

Published
2001

39. Jiggle Joggle Jee! (Book Review).

Author

Zaleski, Jeff, Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., and Britton, Jason

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book `Jiggle Joggle Jee!,' by Laura E. Richard and illustrated by Sam Williams.

Published
2001

40. WISHES, KISSES, AND PIGS (Book Review).

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, FICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book `Wishes, Kisses, and Pigs,' by Betsy Hearne.

Published
2001

41. Notes from the Other Side.

Author

Britton, Jason

Subjects
*WOMEN illustrators, *BOOK illustration, *CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Profiles two women art directors and illustrators of children's books. Raquel Jaramillo; Lee Wade.

Published
2002

42. Fiction REPRINTS.

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Provides an overview of two children's books. 'Goose Chase,' by Patricia Kindl; 'Beware Princess Elizabeth,' by Carolyn Meyer.

Published
2002

43. New Collection Gathers Harper Classics.

Author

Britton, Jason

Subjects
*CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Discusses the creation of the 'HarperCollins Treasury of Picture Book Classics.' Members of the committee who assembled the children's book; Number of stories included in the collection.

Published
2002

44. Children's Galleys to Grab.

Author

Britton, Jason and Roback, Diane

Subjects
*CHILDREN'S literature, *CONFERENCES & conventions
Abstract

Focuses on some children's books that will be presented at the April 2002 BookExpo America in New York. 'Before We Were Free,' by Julia Alvarez; 'Halloween,' by Jerry Seinfeld; 'The Perfect Purple Feather,' by Hanoch Piven; The Angel Factory,' by Terence Blacker.

Published
2002

45. Nonfiction REPRINTS.

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature, NONFICTION novel, PUBLISHED reprints
Abstract

Presents several reprinted non-fiction books for children. 'Jackie's Nine,' by Sharon Robinson; 'Forgotten Fire,' by Adam Bagdasarian.

Published
2002

46. Picture Book REPRINTS.

Author

Roback, Diane, Brown, Jennifer M., Britton, Jason, and Zaleski, Jeff

Subjects
PICTURE books for children, CHILDREN'S literature, PUBLISHED reprints
Abstract

Presents several reprinted picture books for children. 'A House for Hermit Crab,' by Eric Cable; 'Some Frog!,' by Eve Bunting; 'Mrs. McNosh Hangs Up Her Wash,' by Sarah Weeks.

Published
2002

47. Announcements Addendum.

Author

Roback, Dianne, Brown, Jennifer M., and Britton, Jason

Subjects
CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Recommends several children's books released as of February 11, 2002. '911: The Book of Help,' edited by Michael Cart; 'Whisper and Shout,' edited by Patrice Vecchione; 'The Princess of Atlantis,' by Lisa Williams Kline; 'In English, of Course,' by Josephine Nobisso.

Published
2002

48. Spring 2002 Children's Books.

Author

Roback, Diane and Britton, Jason

Subjects
*CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Focuses on the children's book industry in the United States for spring 2002. Success of the 'Harry Potter' series; Number of books written by author Jacqueline Woodson; Anniversary of 'Charlotte's Web.'

Published
2002

49. About Our Cover Artist.

Author

Roback, Diane and Britton, Jason

Subjects
*ARTISTS, *CHILDREN'S literature
Abstract

Features Art Spiegelman, an artist and contributing editor and cover artist for the `New Yorker' magazine. Motivation for publishing his first children's book; Details on the works of Spiegelman; Information on Spiegelman's family.

Published
2001

50. New Publisher to Focus on Gay Families.

Author

Britton, Jason

Subjects
*PUBLISHING, *CHILDREN'S literature, *HOMOSEXUALITY in literature, *BISEXUALITY in literature
Abstract

Deals with Two Lives Publishing founded by Bobbie Combs and Sally Lindsay, which will focus on children's books with gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender themes. Aim of the company; Explanations of Lindsay on their decision to publish books with homosexual, bisexual and transgender themes; Production plans of the company; Purpose of the company Web site.

Published
2001

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