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Michael J. Rosen

MICHAEL J. ROSEN writes children's books, poetry, and adult nonfiction, and is an editor of anthologies. He was literary director of Thurber House in Columbus, Ohio, and has taught writing extensively. His poetry collection The Cuckoo's Haiku received starred reviews from Publishers Weekly and Kirkus, was a Kirkus Best Book of 2009, and won the 2010 Ohioana Book Award. His chapter book The Tale of Rescue garnered starred reviews from Kirkus and Publishers Weekly, which noted Rosen's "striking poetic language." The Maine Coon's Haiku received starred reviews from Kirkus, School Library Journal, and Publishers Weekly. Rosen is also a naturalist, potter, and cook. He lives on one hundred acres of woodland in the foothills of the Appalachians. Learn about his work at fidosopher.com.
In the Quiet, Noisy Woods

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In the Quiet, Noisy Woods

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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Books for 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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Horror Titles for the Halloween Season

In celebration of the Halloween season, we are sharing horror books that are aligned with the themes of the holiday: the sometimes unknown and scary creatures and witches. From classic ghost stories and popular novels that are celebrated today, in literature courses and beyond, to contemporary stories about the monsters that hide in the dark, our list

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