JOURNAL ARTICLE

National Poetry Month 2026: New Picture Books and Novels in Verse to Inspire Young Readers.

  • Published In: Publishers Weekly (Online), 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Jones, Iyana 3 of 3

Abstract

This article highlights a curated selection of new and forthcoming picture books and verse novels published in honor of National Poetry Month, showcasing diverse themes explored through poetry. Featured works include Gayathiri Kamalakanthan’s debut verse novel *Bad Queer*, which follows a nonbinary transgender teen’s journey of identity, and Lindsay H. Metcalf’s *Footeprint*, a novel-in-verse about Eunice Newton Foote, the first woman to identify carbon dioxide as a cause of climate change. Other titles address topics such as racial discrimination, family dynamics, mental health, and athletic achievement, targeting a range of age groups from early childhood to young adults. The collection reflects varied cultural perspectives and experiences conveyed through poetic storytelling. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Publishers Weekly (Online). 2026/05, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Bibliography
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0000-0019
  • Accession Number:193400400
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