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Why this children's book publisher isn't afraid of book bans

The Senate hearing highlighted a cultural divide over children's books addressing racism, particularly in the context of the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.

Why this children's book publisher isn't afraid of book bans

The debate over children's books about racism reflects a larger cultural conflict in the U.S.

Why this children's book publisher isn't afraid of book bans

The Senate hearing highlighted a cultural divide over children's books addressing racism, particularly in the context of the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.

Why this children's book publisher isn't afraid of book bans

The debate over children's books about racism reflects a larger cultural conflict in the U.S.
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Going the Distance: The State of Children's Publishing in Translation

Children's books in translation make up only 3% of U.S. publications, highlighting a significant gap in diversity and representation.

Venture capitalist Deena Shakir just wrote a children's book to empower aspiring female founders

Deena Shakir's children's book 'Leena Mo, CEO' promotes entrepreneurship through a relatable young Muslim protagonist, aiming to inspire future generations.

Going the Distance: The State of Children's Publishing in Translation

Children's books in translation make up only 3% of U.S. publications, highlighting a significant gap in diversity and representation.

Venture capitalist Deena Shakir just wrote a children's book to empower aspiring female founders

Deena Shakir's children's book 'Leena Mo, CEO' promotes entrepreneurship through a relatable young Muslim protagonist, aiming to inspire future generations.
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#Merky Books winner Sufiyaan Salam wanted to 'write for lads like me'

The novel 'Wimmy Road Boyz' by Sufiyaan Salam aims to represent and subvert British Pakistani stereotypes.
The New Writers' Prize on Stormzy's #Merky Books label aims to increase diversity in the publishing industry.

The Most Anticipated Books By Black Authors Coming In 2024

The article highlights the lack of diversity in book publishing and encourages readers to consciously seek out books by Black authors, especially Black women, trans, and non-binary authors.
The article provides a list of recommended books by Black women authors, including 'The American Queen' by Vanessa Miller, 'Dead in Long Beach, California' by Venita Blackburn, and 'Come & Get It' by Kiley Reid.

12 of the Most Prolific Children's Book Authors of All Time

Many prolific children's book authors have been writing for decades and have published numerous books.
The publishing industry has been slow to publish authors of color, resulting in a lack of diversity among prolific children's book authors.

Will Publishing's Diversity Gains Last?

Published works of fiction by nonwhite authors doubled from 2019 to 2023, but the trend may be reversing.

The Pendulum Swings on Diversity in Publishing

Efforts towards diversity in publishing post-2020 might not be sustainable due to economic pressures.
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