We’re thrilled to welcome Alexis Veenendaal’s to the DAW team and her upcoming novel, HERO ADJACENT, a cozy fantasy about an elderly wizard who must reluctantly guide a gaggle of misfits... Read More

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

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

National Hispanic American Heritage Month runs from September 15-October 15th. Join the celebration and share these books with young readers. Read More

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

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

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

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

This collection is perfect for more sophisticated young readers who love to dive deeply into beautiful, touching, sometimes painful, sometimes joyful stories. Wordsong, an imprint of Astra Books for Young Readers, has picture books for kids at every age & every stage! Read More

Ready for the spooky season? So are we! Celebrate Summerween with these fun Do-It-Yourself activities inspired by our favorite characters. Carve watermelons, make flower crowns, and craft a gorgeous mermaid... Read More