Calkins Creek News
A Star-Studded Year at Astra!
2024 was a dazzling year for Astra Books for Young Readers, with over 40 starred reviews across our childrens’ imprints! What makes a starred books? These titles received shining reviews... Read More
“When this novel first showed up in my inbox, I read it one sitting…” — a letter from Associate Editor Thalia Leaf
Hear from Calkins Creek’s Thalia Leaf, editor of Mason Stokes’ debut YA novel ALL THE TRUTH I CAN STAND, on why this book resonated with her. Dear Reader, I’m excited... Read More
Astra Books for Young Readers Holiday Gift Guide
From aspiring chefs to sports fans, Astra Books for Young Readers is here to help you find the perfect gift for all the young readers in your life. For the... Read More
Have You Noticed? Women are Blazing the Way!
Learn all about the women who came before today’s leaders—those who fought for change and made a difference—in these amazing books for young readers. Make Your Voice Heard like Bella Abzug!... Read More
Have you seen the Broadway musical SUFFS? Then you’ll love these books!
In Suffs, the suffragist movement is taking Broadway by storm – or should we say, by song! Suffs, the Tony award-winning musical, explores the friendships and heartbreak that united the... Read More
Celebrating 20 Years of Calkins Creek
2024 marks the 20th anniversary of Calkins Creek, the ABFYR imprint which introduces children to the many people, places, and events that shaped our country’s history. Calkins Creek’s picture books,... Read More
18 Picture Books that Celebrate Women’s History
March is Women’s History Month and we are so excited to share the little-known stories of American women all month long. Each book on this list tells... Read More
11 Books to Read for Presidents’ Day
From historical facts about our nation’s presidents to fun election stories, the books in this collection will educate and entertain young readers. Read More
9 Important Books That Honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the Civil Rights Movement
This collection of titles from Astra Books for Young Readers will help kids understand Martin Luther King Jr., an impactful figure... Read More