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As a child, Malala Yousafzai had a prized collection of trophies for her academic achievements, but never in her wildest dreams did she ever think that one day not only would she have an award [...]

Nearly four years ago, Mackin featured Jarrett Krosoczka in an eMackin interview. He was well-known for his comic book/graphic novel series Lunch Lady (Knopf Books for Young Readers) and [...]

The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge (Candlewick, 2018) is perhaps one of the most revolutionary novels introduced in recent years. The story is an illustrated allegory as well as a political [...]

Mark Oshiro is making a name for himself. Already a well-known writer and media analyst for the Mark Does Stuff online community, he now has set himself apart from the crowd with his debut YA [...]

Temple Grandin, Ph.D., may be one of the most successful and visible professionals who is also on the autism spectrum. She is a college instructor, a highly sought after speaker, a well-respected [...]

Two years ago, award-winning author Kate DiCamillo introduced readers to three unlikely friends. This year, she revisits the Three Rancheros in Louisiana’s Way Home (Candlewick Press, [...]

For more than 30 years, Pat Mora’s books have influenced and impacted readers of all ages. Mora knows the value of providing books that readers can relate to and understand—books that help [...]

All around them, shots fired at aircraft that burst into flames. Bao Phi’s family held their breath as they waited for their plane to rescue them from war-torn Vietnam. Against all odds, [...]