Four B.C. Authors and Illustrators Recognized on CBC Kids Reads Longlist
The CBC Kids Reads program has announced its 2026 longlist, featuring 15 Canadian picture books. Among them are four titles with authors or illustrators from British Columbia, highlighting diverse stories for young readers.
The 2026 CBC Kids Reads longlist, celebrating Canadian picture books, has been unveiled with 15 titles. Four of these books have connections to British Columbia through their authors or illustrators. The longlist includes a variety of themes, from a chicken who identifies as a dinosaur to a bee who prefers solitude and a young boy learning about friendship.
The CBC Kids Reads initiative, now in its fourth year, aims to foster a love of reading in children by showcasing Canadian literature. The selection spans diverse narratives designed to bring joy and spark imagination in young audiences.
The five books that will advance to the shortlist will be announced on September 24th. The ultimate winner will be revealed on October 19th through a special broadcast on CBC TV, CBC Gem, and the CBC Kids YouTube channel. This year's broadcast will be recorded in Whitby, Ontario, with an audience of children and families participating in the vote.
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