Childrens

[close] This group is meant to provide community for authors of children’s books and those who enjoy providing their opinion on works created for pre-school and elementary age children. I want this group to be a safe space for authors, parents, librarians, teachers, daycare staff, or anyone responsible for children to convene, discuss opinions, share ideas, express thoughts and support one another through the power of reading and writing.

[close] We love books. Books can move us, bring us to tears, elate us, make us uncomfortable, cause us to question our understanding of ourselves and the world. Books inform us. Books entertain us. Books spark wonder. Books convey humanity. The best books are art. AI books are none of this. They are hollow shells that damage both the reader and the would-be writer. They rob people of the ability to express the self and to convey meaning. AI illustrations are ineffective, inhuman, and obscure meaning. You can't trust the products of AI. Some AI books are put out by hustlers, some by people who bizarrely think they're actually producing anything of value. All are abhorrent and the book reading and buying public should never be exposed to them. No matter the intended audience, no matter the level of transparency about AI use, no matter the price point, these so-called books are an affront to readers everywhere and to humanity in general. This group is for people who hate AI books and want to talk about how wretched they are, laugh at them, and call them out when necessary. Help readers everywhere - scoff at AI books!

[close] From picture-books to juvenile fiction, award-winners to overlooked gems, the world of children's literature provides an endless supply of fabulous books. This group was created to be a one-stop destination, for all readers interested in discussing that world, in whole or in part. All opinions are welcome, as long as they are respectfully expressed. Attention Authors: You may promote your own books in the Authors/Publishers/Promotional folder only. Promotional posts in other folders/threads will be deleted by the moderators.

[close] Do you like reading middle grade books? Yes? Well, you've come to the right place! And if your answer is no, then stick around and let us change your mind! This is the perfect place to discuss your love for middle grade books! Here we host your buddy reads, readathons, month-long challenges, and more, so go ahead and dive right in to any of these events! Almost all of the events are open and do not need any sign up process. If you do need to sign up it will be specified. Note for the confused: MG stands for middle grade.