Yen Press' Middle Grade Imprint Announces Its First Picture Book
NEW YORK, NY – February 7, 2025 – JY for Kids, the middle grade imprint of Yen Press, LLC, is excited to announce that it has acquired its first picture book, Memen & Mori, from award-winning children's book author Shinsuke Yoshitake.
Memen & Mori
By Shinsuke Yoshitake
Meet Memen, the calm and collected elder sister, and Mori, the curious younger brother. When Mori asks big questions like, “What is the meaning of life?” how does big sis Memen respond? Through humorous and tender moments, the two siblings teach that sometimes, the answer to life is less complex than we think.
Yoshitake, known for his down-to-earth humor and unique illustrations enjoyed by kids and adults alike, has written several picture books that capture the imagination while exploring larger-than-life themes and questions. His previous works have received critical acclaim, including There Must Be More Than That!, which was included in The New York Times Notable Children's Book of the Year for 2020 and the The New York Times 25 Best Children's Books of 2020; The Boring Book, which was named a 2019 New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2019. JY is thrilled to be the home for Yoshitake's latest work.
Memen & Mori will be priced at $20.00 USD / $26.00 CAN.
About JY for Kids
JY, the middle grade graphic novel division of Yen Press, LLC, was established in 2017. This imprint is a sign of the Yen Press commitment to actively growing a catalog of quality content targeting middle grade audiences while making that content easily identifiable for parents, booksellers, librarians, and educators. For more information, visit www.jyforkids.com.
About Yen Press, LLC
Yen Press, LLC, is a joint venture between Kadokawa Corporation and Hachette Book Group. Founded in 2006, Yen Press has quickly risen to become one of the largest and most prolific publishers of manga and original graphic novels in the North American marketplace and a driving force in the introduction of light novels and Japanese literature to new readers through its Yen On and Yen Audio imprints. For more information, visit www.Yen Press.com.
Memen & Mori
By Shinsuke Yoshitake
Meet Memen, the calm and collected elder sister, and Mori, the curious younger brother. When Mori asks big questions like, “What is the meaning of life?” how does big sis Memen respond? Through humorous and tender moments, the two siblings teach that sometimes, the answer to life is less complex than we think.
Yoshitake, known for his down-to-earth humor and unique illustrations enjoyed by kids and adults alike, has written several picture books that capture the imagination while exploring larger-than-life themes and questions. His previous works have received critical acclaim, including There Must Be More Than That!, which was included in The New York Times Notable Children's Book of the Year for 2020 and the The New York Times 25 Best Children's Books of 2020; The Boring Book, which was named a 2019 New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2019. JY is thrilled to be the home for Yoshitake's latest work.
Memen & Mori will be priced at $20.00 USD / $26.00 CAN.
About JY for Kids
JY, the middle grade graphic novel division of Yen Press, LLC, was established in 2017. This imprint is a sign of the Yen Press commitment to actively growing a catalog of quality content targeting middle grade audiences while making that content easily identifiable for parents, booksellers, librarians, and educators. For more information, visit www.jyforkids.com.
About Yen Press, LLC
Yen Press, LLC, is a joint venture between Kadokawa Corporation and Hachette Book Group. Founded in 2006, Yen Press has quickly risen to become one of the largest and most prolific publishers of manga and original graphic novels in the North American marketplace and a driving force in the introduction of light novels and Japanese literature to new readers through its Yen On and Yen Audio imprints. For more information, visit www.Yen Press.com.
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