This wellknown publisher specializes in hardcovers, including picture books for kids ages 0 6, chapter books for ages 5 9, middle grade literature for ages 11, and young adult books for ages 14 17. Diverse childrens books by coffee creek media group. Penny candy books is a publishing company focused on childrens picture books that was founded in 2015 by two poets who met in graduate school. A selection of 42 children s books, covering eyfs to year 6, selected to support primary schools to develop a curriculum response to the equality act 2010. Lee and low books an independent childrens book publisher focusing on diversity.
Roughly 80 percent of the childrens book worldauthors and illustrators. Theres a major lack of diversity in childrens books. About guba books diverse childrens book publisher guba. We welcome researchers and others using or referencing the ccbc diversity statistics in reports, papers, presentations, blog posts, etc. Jun 28, 2019 as multicultural childrens book publisher lee and lows diversity baseline survey revealedand as many publishing insiders already knewthe book publishing industry sorely lacks diversity, both here in the u. Multicultural and bilingual book publishers nicholas meier. In february, the cooperative childrens book center ccbc released its statistics on the number of childrens books by and about people of color published in 2017. When hudson and his wife cheryl formed just us books in 1988, their goal was to make childrens publishing more inclusive. The cbc diversity initiative was founded in 2012, as part of the childrens book councils commitment to promoting diverse voices in literature for young people. You can selfpublish your book, hire a publishing services company or hybrid publisher, or find a legitimate childrens book publisher.
To celebrate multicultural childrens book day, check out some of our. Diverse childrens books that arent about diversity. Lantana publishing is an awardwinning social enterprise and publisher of diverse and inclusive childrens books giving black, asian and minority ethnic. Racial diversity in childrens books grows, but slowly. Jennifer is a native of fort worth, texas, where she. Where to find linguistically and culturally diverse childrens books. Dedicated to increasing the diversity of voices and experiences contributing to childrens and young adult literature. Tilbury house publishes adult books too only nonfiction, but they mainly focus on publishing childrens books with a social message. Alisha niehaus berger writes about the power of globally. Founded in 1991, we have always been familyowned and independent, which means we publish what we. Three authors examine diversity in books for young readers. As multicultural childrens book publisher lee and lows diversity baseline survey revealedand as many publishing insiders already. In this charmingly illustrated picture book, she lands in amsterdam, netherlands. Books by and about black, indigenous and people of color.
Diverse children s books by coffee creek media group. An updated look at diversity in childrens books school. Lantana publishing is an awardwinning social enterprise and publisher of diverse and inclusive children s books giving black, asian and minority ethnic authors and illustrators a platform to publish. Feb 19, 2019 lantana publishing publishes awardwinning diverse and inclusive childrens books that celebrate children in the uk school system who identify as black, asian or minority ethnic bame. Aug 24, 2018 flamingo rampant describes itself as a micropress with a mission to produce feminist, raciallydiverse, lgbtq positive childrens books, in an effort to bring visibility and positivity to the reading landscape of children everywhere. Books has the worlds largest selection of new and used titles to suit any readers tastes. To reach this goal, weve created programs to celebrate diverse books, to mentor diverse writers and illustrators, to support diverse publishing professionals, and to provide books to classrooms nationwide. All of the publishers on this list publish childrens books. We are also one of the few minorityowned publishing companies in the united states. Dec 12, 2019 updated dec 12th, 2019 our updated and expanded 2018 list of traditional childrens book publishers is available here.
Devotion to diversity in childrens book publishing school. The hope is to assess the true diversity of staff, not only in terms of race, but also by gender, sexual orientation, and disability. Childrens books about diversity, different cultures to read. Lantana publishing is an exciting new independent publishing house dedicated to diverse and multicultural picture books for children. Ccbc diversity statistics cooperative childrens book center. The ccbc has been documenting books for children and teens it receives annually by and about black, indigenous, and people of color bipoc since 1994. The publisher promotes diverse children s books that inspire confidence and positive values while empowering literacy. The diversity gap in childrens book publishing, 2018 lee. The diversity gap in childrens book publishing, 2018. We believe that all children deserve to see their world reflected in the books they read. Writers andor illustrators must be traditionally published authors with at least one published book and must demonstrate a financial need due to any loss of income publishing professionals who have been furloughed or laid off must have held a position that focused on literature. There isnt much in terms of diversity, especially when it comes to book series. Books by andor about black, indigenous and people of color.
Some just publish picture books, some publish only middlegrade fiction, and some publish a wide variety of genres aimed at adults as well. We create independent children s books about diversity. Mar 04, 2021 they also discovered that only 2% of children s books published in the u. The book selection is used in the no outsiders scheme for schools and encourages children to explore identities, focus on diversity. In 2016, we witnessed a substantial increase in the number of diverse books being published. Alisha niehaus berger, global children s book publisher and director, literacy, for room to read writes on diverse books a little girl flings open the curtain door of her home in rural indonesia. Holiday house publishes both fiction and nonfiction childrens books. Their position must have focused on childrens literature. One of the best childrens books about diversity, the colors of us is about a little. May 30, 2014 children love reading books about people and families that are similar to theirs, as well as books about those who are different. Examining ethnic diversity in childrens books by annika.
Lantana publishing publishes awardwinning diverse and inclusive childrens books that celebrate children in the uk school system who identify as black, asian or minority ethnic bame. Middle grade books are geared towards upper elementary to middle school aged kids, since theyre usually chapter books. They have published a number of award winning books that are greatly respected. The applicant must be furloughed or recently laid off from a publisher or literary agency.
Founded in 1991, we have always been familyowned and independent, which means we publish what we want and arent afraid to take risks. One important distinction between the 2015 and 2018. Beginning in 2018, we began to document the content of every book we receive. Our diversity statistics faqs provide additional history and essential context on how we do this analysis. Jul 02, 2019 if you want concrete proof of the gaps of diversity in childrens books, look at the books on the childrens bestseller lists. To create this change, we strive to build awareness that the nature of our society must be represented within the childrens publishing industry. Keekees big adventures in amsterdam, netherlands children. We are driven by a commitment to serve all segments of the graphic. The uncomfortable truth about childrens books mother jones. An updated look at diversity in childrens books school library. Many indonesians believe that when a siramarama arrives, it means someone you love will soon. Top 10 childrens book publishers who are accepting. We need diverse books is a 501c3 nonprofit and a grassroots organization of childrens book lovers that advocates essential changes in the publishing industry to produce and promote literature that reflects and honors the lives of all young people. Lantana publishing is an awardwinning social enterprise and publisher of diverse and inclusive childrens books giving black, asian and minority ethnic authors and illustrators a platform to publish.
Most focus on the environment, cultural diversity, nature, and social justice. With significant contributions to black, jewish, lgbtq, multicultural literature, and more, we look forward to increasing the variety of our program for years to come. Lee and low books the largest publisher of awardwinning diverse board, picture and chapter books for children. Barefoot books a leading publisher of multicultural books. Lee and low an independent, awardwinning publisher of childrens books focusing on diversity.
It is the companys mission to meet the need for stories that all children can identify with and enjoy. Multicultural diversity childrens books letterbox library. All years 1985present 2018 present all publishers and u. Keekee is the adventurous calico kitty traveling the world in her hot air balloon. Jun 19, 2019 as with the 2015 infographic, we relied on the multicultural publishing statistics compiled by the librarians at the university of wisconsinmadison school of education cooperative childrens book center ccbc that were about particular populations. Reycraft wants children everywhere and of every culture, color, religion or orientation to see their stories on englishlanguage library bookshelves. Before that, between 1985 and 1993, we documented books by and about blacks only.
Heres our list of 75 publishers that publish childrens book. Wndb strives to create a world in which all children can see themselves in the pages of a book. See more ideas about childrens publishing, childrens, publishing. Using numbers from the cooperative childrens book center, this. Below are some of our favorite beautifully illustrated childrens books that embrace a wide spectrum of children and families of different colors, cultures, abilities, and nationalities. Lantana publishing diverse and inclusive childrens books. Of the approximately 3,644 books received at the cooperative childrens book center in 2018, 404 had significant african or african american. The cbc diversity initiative advocates for an inclusive and representative childrens publishing industry and highlights diverse creators, books, resources, and.
The best childrens books which celebrate diversity. Together they speak dutch, cruise the canals, and enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of this beautiful, colorful and historic. May 10, 2018 the diversity gap in childrens book publishing, 2018. To reach this goal, weve created programs to celebrate diverse books, to mentor diverse writers and illustrators, to support diverse publishing. We are a duallanguage, multicultural children s book publisher. Educational childrens books from texas jgd publishing. The best childrens books which celebrate diversity london. Nov 15, 2019 reycraft books publishes original and licensed works from authors and illustrators around the globe who have unique stories to tell. Some publishers around the country are working to change all of that by printing books that represent and celebrate the diverse culture that the uk has to offer. May 18, 2014 a nonprofit organization called first book is planning to buy up and distribute thousands of childrens books in order to convince publishers that a market exists for diverse characters and cultures. Its sixbook seasonal sets so far, one in 2015 and one in 2017 include books featuring lgbtq children and families, with an emphasis on characters and creators of color and with a variety of abilities and religious backgrounds.
Find bestselling books, new releases, and classics in every category, from harper lees to kill a mockingbird to the latest by stephen king or the next installment in the diary of a wimpy kid childrens book series. Jun 26, 2020 moderated by wade hudson, president and ceo of multicultural childrens book publisher just us books and an acclaimed author himself, the panelists responded to hudsons questions about the. Thats why we believe its so important to have books with a wealth of diverse cultures, traditions, perspectives. Devotion to diversity in childrens book publishing. She wrote goodnight firehouse as a tribute to community helpers everywhere and her three sons who made fire station visits a regular event when they were children. Oct 11, 2019 why childrens books that teach diversity are more important than ever. Top 35 childrens book publishers in 2020 rafal reyzer. Includes its imprints childrens press and shens books. We established black book festivals and conferences, organized. New initiative aims to encourage diversity in kids publishing. All the agents listed below personally confirmed to me as of october 2015 that they are actively seeking diverse kidlit submissions now young adult, middle grade, picture books. Our awardwinning titles are fun, contemporary stories that shed light onto the many ways in which cultures around the world celebrate their traditions, beliefs and landscapes.
An updated infographic on diversity in childrens books has been. Arte publico press started its childrens imprint, pinata books, in 1994, dedicated to the publication of childrens and young adult literature. The book selection is used in the no outsiders scheme for schools and encourages children to explore identities, focus on diversity and embrace difference. Her mother is drying fish in their yardand an atlas moth, known locally as a siramarama, flit s by. American indianfirst nation, latinx, africanafrican american, and asian pacific islanderasian pacific american, sarah park dahlen and david huyck wrote on. Diversity in publishing hasnt improved in the past 4 years. Diversity in publishing in the age of black lives matter. Issues of diversity and childrens publishing in the.
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