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Delacorte Press and Delacorte Dell Yearling award book contracts and cash for new children's novelists; Milkweed Editions awards extra cash to a new Milkweed author.

New York City is a great city to explore but a visit isn't complete without seeing the sights of world famous Central Park.

New York City is expensive enough to visit, so try out some of these free summer events located throughout the city.

A 1967 musical with a rock-hippie score has a message that translates to 2009, and sports a Broadway cast that can't be beat!

Contests take place all over the world for book-length material, with the first prize being a publishing contract.

A summer vacation in the Big Apple need not be expensive when these free things to do in New York are on the travel itinerary.

Karin Slaughter's Undone stands out in the oft belittled Suspense genre. She expertly guides the reader to crescendo and denouement creating room for a compelling series.

Teen historical fiction is on the rise, with more and more absorbing stories and series' arriving in bookstores every season.

Seeing Slaughterhouse Five on any classic novels list is no surprise. This World War II novel by Kurt Vonnegut deals with time, coping, and war in an unconventional way.

With so much to see and do in the Big Apple, it's not a bad idea to pay for a sightseeing tour to pack in several landmarks in a short amount of time.

The Cat Ate My Gymsuit, by Paula Danzinger, features a protagonist who learns of the societal consequences for standing up for what she believes in.

Move over, hot-of-the-press teen fiction, and make room for these modern literary classics which appeal to "young" adults of all ages, especially the teenaged "YA" crowd.

Bored with your everyday life? Take a trip to an alien world, undersea realm, or alternate universe in these fun fantasy chapter books with fantasy wizards and ETs.

Brief history of Google.com, invention of Google, the world's largest web search engine, its founders, Page & Brim, and how it all started.

These teen novels are a great introduction to science fiction for girls of all ages, with strong female leads and similarities to popular teen books like Gossip Girl.

In years passed homeschooling was the accepted form of education. When did that sway in favor of public schools? And moreover when did homeschooling begin its comeback?

Cathi Hanauer, author of Sweet Ruin: A Novel and The New Jerusalem Bible, writes a tale of self-discovery, dysfunction, and love in this tender and poignant first book.

In summer New York City's Central Park comes to life with free performances, unique playgrounds, two zoos and magnificent gardens. There is something for everyone.

Author Victoria Laurie takes a risk with her first lengthy YA adventure novel, Oracles of Delphi Keep.

Poetry is an important genre to introduce to young children. It increases their intelligence, responds to their innate sense of rhythm and solidifies parental bonds.

Has your teen already devoured Stephenie Meyer's entire Twilight collection? Here's a look at four other book series that are extremely popular for teenage girls

Since October 2005 when Stephanie Meyer introduces the vampire romance Twilight vampire books have been flying onto (and off of) bookstore shelves.

"The Alchemyst" tells the story of two teens whose lives are magically changed by their interactions with Nicholas and Perenelle Flamel.

A look into some of the lesser known shows in New York City that capture the essence of the Big Apple.

Giving thanks for food is a nearly universal cultural experience. This collection of food blessings "from all times, for all people," expresses that common humanity.

Like many fairy and folk tales, Jack and the Beanstalk has seen many literary adaptations. Here are some novels arranged by children, young adult, and adult categories.

Depending on the quality of the relationship, a couples' marital satisfaction can rebound or even improve after they adjust to their first baby.

Becoming a parent is a chaotic and unsettling time for couples. Couples adjust better if they do more complex and detailed thinking about what to expect with a new baby.

Two dogs and a feisty cat and an epic journey across the Canadian wilderness