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In this article, the author talks about childhood reading and allegorical elements of children's books. It mentions about the discussion of Facebook group called Jewish Kidlit Mavens members about their childhood reading of author C. S. Lewis's Narnia series. It also talks about author's reading of the book The Gift.

An introduction is presented in which the editor previews several 2016 books reviewed within the issue including "Paper Wishes" by Lois Sepahban, "With Malice: A Novel" by Eileen Cook, and "Anna & the Swallow Man" by Gavriel Savit.

The article focuses on the collaboration between author Patricia Lee Gauch and illustrator Ed Young, highlighting their creative process and the evolution of Young's storytelling. Topics include Gauch's introduction to Young's work, their collaborative projects such as "Cats Are Cats" and "Lon Po Po," and Young's development as both an illustrator and a writer, culminating in his profound impact on children's literature.

A personal narrative is presented which explores the author's experience of visiting the Kerlan Collection at the University of Minnesota, the largest archives housing materials related to children's literature.

The article presents an interview with an author D.K. Dyson and an illustrator Rudy Gutierrez about "Window Fishing" book. Topics discussed include drawings of sea life, experience of watching the Circle Line tour boat going on its daily route, and challenges in writing a picture book despite having experience composing music and writing lyrics.

The article lists several books including "Here's to Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera, "Cold-Blooded Myrtle: A Myrtle Hardcastle Mystery" by Elizabeth C. Bunce, and "Out of My Heart" by Sharon M. Draper.

A personal narrative is presented which discusses the author's experience of receiving the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award for nonfiction for "The Notorious Benedict Arnold" and the excitement and encouragement he felt from his editor and agent.

The article presents information related to children's literature legacy award acceptance in the U.S. It mentions about several children's book authors including Jane Gardam, Virginia Hamilton, Donald Crews and Anita Lobel. It also mentions about the relevance of the color of the headbands on a novel, the weight of the paper and moving an illustration or a line of text.

The article discusses the Robin Smith Picture Book Prize, established in memory of Robin Smith, a beloved educator and reviewer at the Horn Book.

The article focuses on American women author Pam Muñoz Ryan's acceptance speech for the 2024 Children's Literature Legacy Award. She highlighted her family's significance over accolades. She also praised her editor, Tracy Mack, and expressed deep thanks to Scholastic for supporting her diverse storytelling, especially in works like "Esperanza Rising," reflecting her family's history.

The article focuses on the career of American author Dave Eggers, winner of the 2024 Newbery Medal for "The Eyes and the Impossible," published by Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers and McSweeney's.

The article focuses on Vashti Harrison's acceptance of the 2024 Caldecott Medal for "Big," reflecting on her journey as a African American women illustrator. Topics include her inspiration from past African American women artists; challenges with body image in art; and her dedication to creating inclusive, empowering children's literature.

The article focuses on African women author Vashti Harrison's dedication to her craft and her impact as a children's book author and illustrator.

A personal narrative is presented which discusses the author's journey as a Black writer, drawing inspiration from influential figures such as Etheridge Knight, Lucille Clifton and Ishmael Reed, the author's childhood influences and the impact of Black history and literature on her writing career.

The article offers information on illustrator Ekua Holmes. Topics discussed include her book "Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer, Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement," "The Stuff of Stars," and "What Do You Do with a Voice like That?;" her birth at Roxbury, Massachusetts; and information her childhood and family.

An editorial is presented in which author discusses use of digital technology in Book reviewing which includes writing, editing, and publishing of them. Topics discussed include use a variety of publisher-supplied PDFs and NetGalley and Edelweiss galleys; impact of COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting restrictions on writing a review; and review of Eric Carle's Halloween board book.

The article presents an adaptation from the 2017 Zena Sutherland Lecture, which the author delivered on May 5, 2017 at the Harold Washington Library Center in Chicago, Illinois. The author talks about the job offered to Sutherland by the "Bulletin for the Center for Children's Books," the author's belief about art, and how she became a book illustrator. She also mentions the picture book biographies she illustrated including "The Right Word: Roget and His Thesaurus" by Jen Bryant.