Author Jason Lefebvre visited Woodlawn Elementary in Southwick, MA for a fun day of read-alouds, book signings, and a slime activity inspired by So Much Slime! We love seeing his books bring joy to young readers! IPGbook #AuthorVisit #KidLit #SoMuchSlime #TooMuchGlue

Me & Lavender is a Staff Pick at indie gem Parnassus Books! 💜📚 "Ella is supposed to stay clean for tea, but it’s too hard—especially when an elephant shows up... A happy reminder to use your imagination." Thanks, Parnassus Books! IPGbook #KidLit #MeAndLavender #indie

Blogger Grandma Ideas called That Cat Can’t Stay "delightful!" Her grandson loved the rhymes (fleas, knees, sneeze), and she praised the expressive watercolor illustrations. grandmaideas.com/2025/05/05/tha… Coming next month in paperback! IPGbook #kidlit #KidsBooks #Grandmalove

We are honored to share that Just SNOW Already! was 1 of 5 nominees for the Bresnahan Book Award! Nominees are selected from the list from the NY Reading Association for the Charlotte Award. IPGbook #bookaward #AwardNominee #LiteraryAwards #BookAwards2025 #CelebrateBooks

Me & Lavender got a rave review from the Midwest Book Review! "...superbly visualized...original, delightful, kid-friendly, and fun from cover to cover..." 👉 flashlightpress.com/me-and-lavende… #PictureBook #KidLit #ChildrensBooks #BookRecommendation #ReadAloud

Teacher & librarian Crystal Cahill LOVES That Cat Can't Stay! "This is one of those perfect sing-song, silly, rhyming, interactive read-alouds that kids ADORE." That Cat Can’t Stay hits shelves in paperback next month! flashlightpress.com/that-cat-cant-… IPGbook #catlovers #librarian

Check out author Ameliessa Richardson's book of the week! "Why I love it: 🐘 A story full of joy, mess, and imagination 🧸 Feels like Winnie-the-Pooh met a bubble bath 🎨 The artwork? Hug-it-with-your-eyes cute" flashlightpress.com/me-and-lavende… IPGbook #bookoftheweek #BooksForKids

The paperback edition of Maya Was Grumpy is coming NEXT WEEK! Check out this review from ReadingWithEmmett: "This is a cute book that shows emotions. It is very relatable, especially to younger kids who don’t always know what to do about their emotions." @ipgbook #grumpy #kidlit

Ever wake up on the wrong side of the bed? Maya Was Grumpy, the award-winning picture book, shows how imagination can turn a grumpy day around! Now available in paperback at your favorite local and online bookstores: flashlightpress.com/maya-was-grump… #PictureBook #KidsLit #NewRelease

Recurrent themes we're seeing in submissions this week: 🐍 pet snakes, 🐶 brave dogs, 🏖️ beaches, and 🧙‍♂️ magicians! Got a story? We're all ears! Submit here: flashlightpress.com/submission-gui… #KidLit #PictureBook #WritingCommunity #AmWriting #WritersOfTwitter

We're thrilled to share this glowing Kirkus Reviews take on Me & Lavender! 🌸✨ "A sweet tribute to youthful creativity" with "upbeat rhyming text" and charming art. Read their full review: kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/m… IPGbook #BookReview #KirkusReviews #childrensbooks

Giant Island by jane Yolen is now a StoryWalk! Follow the pages along the Homestead Trail on Sears Island for a magical outdoor family-friendly reading adventure. Huge thanks to Carver Memorial Library + Friends of Sears Island! IPGbook #searsisland #storywalk #outdoors

June is #NationalOceanMonth! 🌊 Celebrate with #KathrynHahn’s moving read-aloud of The Mess That We Made—a stunning picture book about ocean pollution. Watch for free on @StorylineOnline: youtu.be/P2PvXbVvqCc IPGbook #OceanConservation #KidsBooks #ReadAloud #SaveOurSeas

The new paperback edition of Getting to Know Ruben Plotnick releases TOMORROW! Teacher/librarian Crystal Cahill gave it ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: "This book tugged at my heartstrings I tell you, and wow did it leave me filled with emotion!" IPGbook #NewRelease #TeachersOfTwitter #kidlit

The paperback edition of Getting to Know Ruben Plotnick is out TODAY! A zany grandma, a nervous grandson, and the cool kid collide in this heartwarming story about empathy, surprise, and connection. Order now! flashlightpress.com/getting-to-kno… IPGbook #NewRelease #PictureBook #kids

Hammer and Nails was named a top #FathersDay pick by Gazelle Book Services | Book Distribution Company! A heartwarming tale of a dad stepping out of his comfort zone for his daughter—tutus, nail polish & all. flashlightpress.com/hammer-and-nai… IPGbook Josh Bledsoe Jessica Warrick #FathersDayGift #FathersDay2025

Happy #FathersDay to all the fun-loving, supportive dads!💙 Know a dad who plays dress-up or starts sock fights just to see his kids smile? Celebrate with books about awesome dads & granddads: conta.cc/4kge19P IPGbook Jessica Warrick #DadLife #FathersDay2025 #dad

The paperback edition of That Cat Can't Stay comes out TOMORROW! "...entertain[s] and educate[s] young readers, instilling in them a heart to do good in the world and show kindness to animals." –Edwards Book Club Reviews flashlightpress.com/that-cat-cant-… IPGbook #catlover #kidlit

The new paperback edition of That Cat Can't Stay is officially out TODAY! 🎉 Perfect for cat lovers, reluctant dads, and anyone who’s ever said “just one more won’t hurt…” 🐾 Available now: flashlightpress.com/that-cat-cant-… IPGbook #KidLit #CatBooks #BookBirthday #newbookrelease

Aloha, Honolulu! 🌺 Join #DebutAuthor Melody Peugh for a reading & signing of her picture book Me & Lavender 🐘💜 Don’t miss this magical storytime! stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/97800621… IPGbook Barnes & Noble #BookSigning #honolulu #MeetTheAuthor #PictureBookAuthor #BookSigning #AuthorEvent