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It's 1962, and it seems everyone is living in fear.

Twelve-year-old Franny Chapman lives with her family in Washington, DC, during the days surrounding the Cuban Missile Crisis. Amidst the threat of nuclear war, Franny must face the tension between herself and her younger brother, figure out where she fits in with her family, and look beyond outward appearances.

Out of the Dust

Written in free verse, this award-winning story is set in the heart of the Great Depression. It describes Oklahoma's staggering dust storms, and the turmoil they leave in their path. An unforgettable tribute to hope and inner strength.

Meet Jennifer and Matt Holm

Meet Jennifer and Matt Holm, the sister and brother team behind the creation of the Babymouse series....

Jeff Kinney answers readers' questions

Let's meet Jeff Kinney, author and illustrator of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series...

Meet Jack Prelutsky

April is National Poetry Month and poet Jack Prelutsky is a great example of a funny poet.  Here is an interview of him....

Newbery Winners

What is it like to win the Newbery Award for best chapter book in children's literature?  Let's watch this video and see how many of these authors and books that you recognize...

Random House Authors  

Storm Runners

Chase Masters and his father are "storm runners," racing across the country in pursuit of hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods. Anywhere bad weather strikes, they are not far behind. Chase is learning more on the road than he ever would just sitting in a classroom. But when the hurricane of the century hits, he will be tested in ways he never could have imagined.