In 2023, I tweeted about the long lengths of recently published middle grade books. The tweet went viral, and I was invited to write for Publisher’s Weekly to expand on my concerns. I said that while ...

From heartwarming winter tales to festive audiobooks, these are the titles for little ones to read this December ...

The editors of The New York Times Book Review bring you our favorite books of 2025, mythical tales for Percy Jackson fans, the year’s best picture books, thrilling middle grade mysteries, great books ...

These back-to-school reads will help children tackle first-day nerves, new teachers, letters, numbers and more. By Travis Jonker Travis Jonker is a children’s book author and illustrator, and the ...

It’s that time of the year when you’re making your list, checking it twice, for gifts that spark a love of science for the kids in your life. Ira talks with Mahnaz Dar, young readers’ editor at Kirkus ...

When children are very young, they will — even if they’re wiggling — listen when a book is read to them. As they get older, this becomes more difficult, given the distraction of screens and other ...

Some books don’t need hundreds of pages to leave a lasting mark. Short novels and novellas often capture powerful themes with sharp focus, emotional clarity, and memorable storytelling. Their brevity ...

Kid lit experts weigh in on some of the year’s best science titles. Plus, what to look for when choosing a book for the child in your life. Are you hoping to inspire a young reader in your life with ...