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Brian P. Cleary on Writing, Publishing, Copywriting, and Selling 3 Million Books

What can writers learn from an author who has sold more than 3 million books, published over 50 titles, and spent four decades writing professionally? In this interview, bestselling children’s author, poet, speaker, and American Greetings Senior Editor Brian P. Cleary shares insights on writing concisely, copywriting, creativity, publishing, school visits, poetry, and the realities of making a living with words.

Why Audiobooks Became One of the Fastest Growing Book Formats

Audiobooks have transformed how millions of people consume books. What began as an accessibility tool for visually impaired readers has evolved into one of the fastest-growing segments of the publishing industry. Today, people listen while commuting, exercising, doing household chores, traveling, and working. Audiobooks have made reading more accessible, more flexible, and easier to fit into busy lives. While printed books and ebooks remain important, the rise of audiobooks has fundamentally changed how readers discover and engage with stories and ideas.

10 Read-Aloud Books Boys Love

As a father of two boys when writing this article (now two boys and a girl!), I've read hundreds of picture books aloud over the years. Some were enjoyable once. Others were requested night after night until I practically had them memorized. The books on this list are the ones that consistently earned laughs, attention, and repeat requests in our home. While every child is different, these picture books became favorites for both my boys and me. If you're looking for engaging read-aloud books for young boys, these are excellent places to start.