Secret lives, scandalous turns, and some very funny surprises — these essays by leading kidlit bloggers take us behind the scenes of many much-loved children’s books.

Told in lively and affectionate prose, this treasure trove of information for a student, librarian, parent, or anyone wondering about the post–Harry Potter children’s book biz brings contemporary illumination to the warm-and-fuzzy bunny world we think we know.

• Co-authors Betsy Bird and Julie Danielson both have strong web platforms as popular children's literature bloggers. 
• Full of behind-the-scenes and never-before-told stories about some of the most beloved children's books, authors, and illustrators. 
• Perfect for librarians, booksellers, collectors, and anyone else with a deep affinity for children's books—and with this paperback edition, newly accessible for classroom use!