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Max Bisantz

Max Bisantz is a children's book author and Senior Editor of Global Licensing at National Geographic and National Geographic Kids. He has written several humor and nonfiction titles with Penguin Young Readers including Mad Libs, The Who Was? series, Sanrio's Gudetama, and more. He was born in Lowell, MA and now lives in Washington D.C. after many years in Brooklyn, NY.
What Is the Story of Romeo and Juliet?
¿Quién fue Selena?
80s Mad Libs
90s Mad Libs
Who Was Selena?

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What Is the Story of Romeo and Juliet?
¿Quién fue Selena?
80s Mad Libs
90s Mad Libs
Who Was Selena?

Books for LGBTQIA+ History Month

For LGBTQIA+ History Month in October, we’re celebrating the shared history of individuals within the community and the importance of the activists who have fought for their rights and the rights of others. We acknowledge the varying and diverse experiences within the LGBTQIA+ community that have shaped history and have led the way for those

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National Depression Education and Awareness Month

For National Depression Education and Awareness Month in October, we are sharing a collection of titles that educates and informs on depression, including personal stories from those who have experienced depression and topics that range from causes and symptoms of depression to how to develop coping mechanisms to battle depression.

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