For immediate release | August 6, 2021

Channing Tatum, New Kid, and more debut in fall 91´«Ã½ Graphics catalog

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CHICAGO — The fall delivers a host of exciting posters and bookmarks encouraging and inspiring readers of all ages. Actor, producer, and director stars on the cover in a new celebrity READ® poster. Most recently, Channing added author to his list of accomplishments with a New York Times #1 bestselling picture book, “The One and Only Sparkella,” a charming ode to self-esteem and the love between a father and daughter.

Other catalog highlights include:

  • and by award-winning author and illustrator Jerry Craft. “New Kid” received the 2020 Newbery Medal, as well as the Coretta Scott King Author Award.
  • An updated and , written by Kristen Mattson, Ed.D. and LeeAnn Lindsey, Ed.D., expert educators specializing in digital citizenship, media literacy, and tech ethics.
  • and illustrated by Geisel Honor and Caldecott Medal-winning author and illustrator Jon Klassen.
  • and from the hilarious graphic novel series about a lovable family cat named Claude, with a heroic alter-ego—Cat Ninja.

The fall catalog also provides readers information on 91´«Ã½ Graphics’ ancillary gift shop at . The gift shop recently partnered with the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) to launch in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Newbery Medal and has partnered to offer products from 91´«Ã½ units and affiliates such as the , , , and the .

supports the mission of the 91´«Ã½ through the development of quality products celebrating libraries, literacy, and reading. purchases fund advocacy, awareness and accreditation programs for library and information professionals worldwide.

Contact:

Rachel Johnson

Director

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rjohnson@ala.org

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