We can’t get enough of the adorable aquatic protagonist in Katherine Applegate’s ODDER. The new paperback edition hits stores on 4/28!

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To all our LA residents attending the LA Festival of Books this weekend 🗣️ Come say hi at the MacKids booth (#713) for games, free items, and more! ☀️

A Fish-boy is basically a reverse Mermaid‼️

In case you didn't know, now you do. Though you can find out more in SASHIMI, which comes out TOMORROW!!! The wait is nearly over for Dan Santat's hilarious new graphic novel series.

Learn more and order your copy now. Available wherever books are sold!

Calling all Christian Robinson fans, because the DAD preorder campaign is officially here! 🦍✨

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The Better Pets Tour! | Linktree Featuring Leigh Bardugo, Liz Climo, and some of the best pets around!

Calling all Leigh Bardugo and Liz Climo fans!

Leigh and Liz will be hitting the road this June to celebrate the release of BETTER PETS, their adorable new picture book collaboration. Some events may even have special animal guests!

It's officially SASHIMI month!!! The first book in Dan Santat's hilarious new graphic novel series hits shelves on 4/14/26.

Make sure you've got your copy preordered. SASHIMI is about to make a BIG splash!!

Being a middle-schooler is hard enough without dealing with chronic acne, but luckily, Christina Wyman's BREAKOUT is here to help us learn to feel confident in our skin no matter what.

Check out this funny and heartfelt coming-of-age novel at your favorite story or library today!

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(If you've submitted your receipt to the preorder campaign sweepstakes for the custom per portrait by Liz last month, you're already entered--no need to resubmit your receipt!)

Hold the phone – we’ve got a preorder sweepstakes for BETTER PETS, the picture book collab by Leigh Bardugo and @lizclimo.bsky.social!

Preorder by 4/30/26 & submit your receipt at the link below to be entered for a chance to win video or phone call with Leigh Bardugo

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It’s a big day for little readers! 🥳 Today we’re welcoming:

🌸 Thank You, Mom – A beautiful tribute to moms featuring Eric Carle’s signature art.

🧸 How a Bear Became a Book – A gorgeous look at the 100-year legacy of Winnie-the-Pooh.

🎨 Inbetweens – A must-read for the 10-14 crew!

🌎 Introduce children to the alphabet & the wonders of Earth with this interactive spinning-globe-cover board book, designed to delight and educate young minds! 🌎

Today is National Science Appreciation Day! Celebrate with the Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award Winner, ALBERTO SALAS PLAYS PAKA PAKA CON LA PAPA by @safajarwrites.bsky.social & @juanamartinezn.bsky.social , about Peruvian scientist Alberto Salas 🥔

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A photo of Sara Pennypacker's novel, THE LIONS' RUN, arranged face out on a wooden bookshelf inside a bookstore. The book's cover features a young boy riding a horse, glancing over his shoulder. Next to THE LIONS' RUN, other middle grade books are arranged alphabetically on the shelf.

"It's such small things we can do. I wish it were more."

"Little termites taking tiny bites can bring down a cathedral."

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SASHIMI: A new graphic novel series by Dan Santat | Trailer YouTube video by MacKids Books

Meet Sashimi!

A hilarious new graphic novel series by @dansantat.bsky.social!

Looking for a middle grade read with strong girl power, rich historical detail, and a heroine who grows into her strength?

📖 The Queen’s Granddaughter by @dianezahler1 delivers:
• sister rivalries
• an unexpected heir
• a royal road trip
• and a reluctant princess finding her voice

In celebration of the upcoming release of BETTER PETS, anyone who preorders the book between now and the end of the month (March 31, 2026) and submits a screenshot of their receipt can be entered for a chance to win a custom portrait of their pet by Liz. bit.ly/betterpetspr...

From acne angst to dental drama to growing up and into yourself, Christina Wyman is one of our favorites for tackling tween woes with humor and heart. Which novel are you picking up next?

Follow @trreadathon.bsky.social for even more great reading recs and learn more about the Readathon: transrightsreadathon.carrd.co

Proud to celebrate our authors: @carolinehuntoon.bsky.social @pagepowars.bsky.social @aidenschmaiden.bsky.social @petralord.bsky.social @kahyangni.bsky.social

Do you have your TBR set for the 🌟Trans Rights Readathon + Trans Day of Visibility 🌟 on March 31st?

Enter our sweeps for your chance to win a book from our list of selected titles! 🏳️‍⚧️ bit.ly/macreadathon

Bonjour readers! Who's ready for the return of everyone's favorite French snail, Escargot? Join Dashka Slater on tour as she celebrates the release! Check out the link to reserve your spot!

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A graphic promoting Sara Pennypacker's appearance at the Tucson Festival of Books. The text reads, "TUCSON FESTIVAL OF BOOKS. MAR 14-15 2026. UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA CAMPUS. www.tucsonfestivalofbooks.org" In the background, there is a photo of the University of Arizona campus. In the foreground, there is a headshot of Sara Pennypacker beside the cover of her new book, THE LIONS' RUN.

I can't wait to for the Tucson Festival of Books this weekend! I'll be on panels with the incredible Erin Entrada Kelly, Daniel Nayeri, and Tracey Baptiste.

I'd love to see you there! tucsonfestivalofbooks.org?action=displ... @mackidssl.bsky.social @mackidsbooks.bsky.social #BookSky

Deeply honored to have both WHALES IN THE CITY and RIVERKEEPER selected by the JohnBurroughsAssociation for the Riverby Award! @cgroenink.bsky.social 🎉 @mackidsbooks.bsky.social @steamteambooks.bsky.social @literaticat.bsky.social @riverkeeper.org
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Our @mackidsbooks.bsky.social book getting some eyes and love! #nonfiction 💖

Last month I spoke at Children’s Book Project in South San Francisco. This nonprofit is set up like a bookstore, and underprivileged students get to visit and take home 5 books each.

Because of @mackidsbooks.bsky.social's generosity, each of these kids went home with their own copy of DOGTOWN. 💙

A Wish With Wings It takes courage to believe a wish can take flight. SARAH GUILLERY Feral girls Mud fights Mysterious egg Tough choices Imagination Freedom in nature Power of truth A Wish With Wings Available May 19, 2026

A WISH WITH WINGS is out in May. Evan was such a fun character to write, and I can’t wait for y’all to meet her!
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The cover to the picture book Puffins!: a large puffin is in the foreground, looking right at you. Behind them is a rocky island of puffins, doing all sorts of things: splashing in the water, slipping on seaweed, preening, flapping their wings, nuzzling their buddies. The title is in the center: "puffins!" in big orange letters, covered in bird poop.

Written by @gianferrari-m.bsky.social and published by @mackidsbooks.bsky.social - request it at your local library, or pre-order a copy from your local bookstore (or wherever you like to get your books).

One week to publication! And you can pre-order a signed copy of The Queen's Granddaughter @oblongbooks.bsky.social below! @mackidsbooks.bsky.social @ecfeinberg.bsky.social @literaticat.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social

Is there anything worse than waking up with a zit??? Bestselling author Christina Wyman and the main character of her new book BREAKOUT know this dread well.

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