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In presenting the work of a prominent conceptual artist and activist to a young audience, Cátia Chien had a daunting task from the get-go. Chien’s illustrations for On the Tip of a Wave made a distinctive visual and emotional impact that is definitely Caldecott worthy.

From the November/December 2023 issue of The Horn Book Magazine.

First published in 1969. When the farmer puts the cat out for the night, the cat doesn’t sleep; he goes exploring. Double-page spreads alternate...

Dana Jones thinks Diana Sudyka was exactly the right illustrator for Fungi Grow, written by Maria Gianferrari.

In this engaging and child-friendly overview of Fasanella’s (1914–1997) life and evolution as a self-taught, working-class artist, Broyles highlights...

The Horn Books choices of the best books of 2023.

The results are in for the second round of Calling Caldecott nominations, as are some surprises. Lets take a look!

This English translation of Rundberg’s lively historical mystery, set in 1880 and winner of several prestigious prizes in its native Sweden, is...

Kimberly Fakih makes the case for Im From, written by Gary R. Gray, Jr., and illustrated by Oge Mora:

Brantley-Newton highlights the bonds, both visible and invisible, that connect family members. Anyiaka’s older sister, Sorie, has light brown skin...