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Our books explore & illuminate touching & humorous moments of family situations & social interactions through captivating writing & outstanding illustrations.

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What inspired author Debbie Herman to write Carla’s Sandwich, our classic story of unique sandwiches and the courage to be different?

Reel produced by Spoons Across America

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Today, on World Hunger Day, there are nearly 14 million American children who have empty fridges at home.

Our award-winning book Maddi’s Fridge book and app help children understand hunger and how to help friends in need.

https://t.co/zxDOyHyASE

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Three of our beloved bestsellers have climbed to the top of the list of popular ebooks on Epic!, a leading digital reading platform with over 40,000 children's ebooks.

Check them out today! https://t.co/Vfh5jzidf1

@LoisBrandt1 @vin_vogel @IPGpublishers

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We're thrilled to share that Me & Lavender has been reviewed in Story Monsters Ink magazine!

Thank you to Story Monsters Ink for the wonderful review!
https://t.co/uC9lllbFZt

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Hey creative sandwich makers! Check out these fun free downloadable activity pages inspired by Carla's Sandwich, incorporating core skills.

Download here: https://t.co/woSxazkmBK

@debbiebherman
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Happy #NationalBrothersDay!

In When a Dragon Moves In Again, a boy isn’t so sure about his new baby brother, especially since the baby cries A LOT!

But could having a little brother be pretty special after all?

https://t.co/tAZg4TDMAZ

@IPGbooknews #brothers #SiblingLove

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Our picture books were displayed at the Bologna Children's Book Fair, the world’s leading trade fair for children's publishing!

Held annually in Bologna, Italy, this event brings together publishing professionals from 90+ countries.

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Carla’s Sandwich has been selected for @SpoonsAAmerica's Summer 2026 Reading List! 🥪

This annual reading list celebrates books that inspire kids to try new foods and experiences.
https://t.co/IN6b66BQ4q

@IPGbooknews @debbiebherman #FoodExplorers #HealthyEating #KidsLit

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For Earth Day, retired teacher Don LaPierre wowed his community with a giant trash tornado made entirely from debris he pulled from local waterways, inspired by the powerful message of our picture book The Mess That We Made.

@IPGbooknews #oceanconservation #upcycling #recycle

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From page to clay!

After reading I Need My Monster, Chaparral Elementary students created imaginative monsters that Jimmy Carter Middle School students transformed into ceramic sculptures:
https://t.co/wC728mgeB2

@IPGbooknews #INeedMyMonster #ArtsEducation #StudentCreativity

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How does a writing exercise turn into an award-winning children’s book?

Check out this NEW interview with @LoisBrandt1, author of Maddi's Fridge. Such an inspiring behind-the-scenes look at picture book publishing:

https://t.co/J6cC52Oj0v

@IPGbooknews @WritersRumpus #kidlit

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We LOVE these creative costumes inspired by Matty's "me-shaped work of art" in Too Much Glue! They were worn at Book Day parade.
https://t.co/nEkrJOftvh

@IPGbooknews @ZacDRetz #toomuchglue #BookDay #bookdaycostume #bookcostume

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Happy Mother's Day to all of the wonderful mothers out there!

Browse heartwarming picture books that feature loving mothers and grandmothers: https://t.co/Ned8TovfGv

@IPGbooknews @grammy2kiera @kkorloff #mothersday #mothersday2026 #mothersdaygifts

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@TDrecker That's so nice to hear! 🥰

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Maddi’s Fridge was brought to life by Kansas City students in @RabbitHoleKC's design challenge!

200+ kids created exhibits inspired by favorite books, and Maddi’s Fridge was chosen to highlight helping others in need.
https://t.co/WUMB5kpiQt

@IPGbooknews @LoisBrandt1 @vin_vogel

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Happy 1st Book Birthday to Me & Lavender! 🥳

One year ago, this picture book celebrating friendship and imagination made its debut. @KirkusReviews called it, "A sweet tribute to youthful creativity."

Available now: https://t.co/u7azfbBeIw

@IPGbooknews #bookbirthday #kidlit

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We're thrilled to reveal the cover of the upcoming My Monster Alphabet Coloring Book!

It features your favorite monsters from the I Need My Monster series + 2 posters and fun activities.

Coming August 4, 2026! Available now for pre-order: https://t.co/unIqTV6djp

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Calling all I Need My Monster fans!

Something new is coming to your favorite award-winning series…

Check back here tomorrow for the #CoverReveal!

@IPGbooknews #coverrevealcomingsoon #bookcoverreveal #kidlitcoverreveal #ineedmymonster #monsterbook

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When a Dragon Moves In was read aloud by teacher Chad Rockety at Barnes & Noble’s storytime event in State College, PA!

A fitting way to mark the book’s 15th anniversary and introduce this award-winning favorite to a new generation of readers.

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