This interview was originally published in a Brodart “Tell Me More” e-blast. What excited you about illustrating Marie’s Magic Eggs? There was a lot to be excited about! The eggs themselves are so beautiful, and I instantly saw how they could translate into very exciting illustrations to tell Marie’s story. I love learning about history,... Read More

Celebrate Black achievement, innovation, and history during Black History Month! Our collection of picture books bring alive the stories... Read More

This essay was originally published by School Library Journal’s Teen Librarian Toolbox blog. Rumors circulated that the president was suffering from a serious medical condition. The White House claimed that he was perfectly fine and any reports to the contrary were partisan attacks. After a well-sourced newspaper article pointed to a cover-up, the president’s allies... Read More

2025 was an ASTRA-nomical year for Astra Books for Young Readers – and 2026 promises to have the same shine! These “starred review” books 2025 and early 2026 titles received glowing reviews. So many of our titles received award nods in 2025 as well. Here’s to celebrating our star-studded and highly awarded reads. ★ “MacGregor... Read More

Aranya Jain, Editor at DAW Books, has acquired North American rights to Christopher Ruocchio’s three-book epic fantasy trilogy, The Doomsong Saga, which begins with The Godstained House, from Shawna McCarthy at The McCarthy Agency.  Ruocchio is the internationally award-winning author of the Sun Eater series, the galaxy-spanning seven-book saga chronicling the tale of the infamous criminal and war hero... Read More

From fans of weird girl lit to climate and social activists looking for radical reads, Astra House is here to help you find the perfect gift for every type of reader in your life. For the reader seeking… A mix of sci-fi and literary elements full of satirical, dark, but humor-full writing Short stories focusing... Read More

From budding history buffs to fans of graphic novels, Astra Books for Young Readers is here to help you find the perfect gift for all the young readers in your life this holiday season For the young reader… Who really wants a dog! Fascinated with politics and current events With an imaginative mind and loves... Read More

From romantic epics to cozy cottagecore, here’s the ultimate holiday gift guide for every reader in your life. For the reader seeking… To run away to a  fairytale circus full of magic and mystery… To binge an entire seven book series… Older MCs and a book that gives those Buffy vibes Pantomime: A queer fantasy... Read More

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. My secret? I read a lot of nonfiction, especially the incredible titles published by our own Calkins Creek and Astra Young Readers imprints. Just the... Read More

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 Kids’ Book Awards honors books that kids and their families loved reading this year– the cream of the crop, the most engaging and entertaining titles.... Read More