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Celebrating Nonfiction November!

In my house, we’re loyal Jeopardy! watchers. Every evening at 7 p.m., you’ll find my family glued to the TV, testing our trivia skills. I have to admit—I usually do pretty well.... Read More

Good Housekeeping Best Books Picks from ABFYR!

Believe it or not, the new year is just around the corner. It’s time to celebrate the very best of 2025– including all our favorite books!   The Good Housekeeping 2025... Read More

Exploring Gail Jarrow’s Medical Fiascoes Series

Award-winning author Gail Jarrow is known for bringing history to vivid life with gripping nonfiction narratives, and the books in her Medical Fiascoes series are a perfect example. This riveting series of... Read More

Fantastic Picks for Foodie Kids

Get your young reader cooking on National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day! On September 13th, kids all over the US celebrate the importance and fun of food. Whether it’s... Read More

A note from Hannah Chung, the creator of BREAD DAYS

Dear Reader, Bread Days is a personal story. My dad was an avid baker. What began as ahobby soon became his weekly ritual. He named his sourdough starter Paoloand cared... Read More

A Q&A with Nathalie Alonso and John Parra, Creators of ¡VIVA VALENZUELA!

Coming in March 2026, ¡Viva Valenzuela! is a vibrant new baseball book for readers ages 7–10 that shines a spotlight on Latino sports history. Written by award-winning baseball reporter Nathalie... Read More

Celebrate Grandparents Day

September signals new beginnings: a new school year, new teachers, and new friends just waiting to be made. But September also brings a perfect opportunity to celebrate those we know... Read More

Tuck in with These Bedtime Books from Astra!

Trouble getting your little one to sleep at the end of a long day? These books are the perfect addition to your pre-bedtime routine! From relaxing stories that will lull... Read More

Go Back to School with Astra: 10 Picture Books to Inspire, Comfort, and Delight

As backpacks are zipped and lunchboxes packed, the start of a new school year brings excitement—and sometimes a few butterflies. Books can be a comforting companion through these transitions, offering... Read More

Astra Publishing House’s 2025 Summer Reading Picks!

Keep reading for a hand-picked selection of summer reads from Astra Publishing House, DAW, and Astra Books for Young Readers! Though these titles run the gamut of age range and... Read More

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