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Jump Into this Guest Post by Shadra Strickland About Her Latest Book: Jump In!
Author/artist Shadra Strickland joins us today for a guest post involving gatefolds, doubt, and getting your book to jump off the page.
Poems As Picture Books: Zetta Elliott Discusses the Upcoming A Song for Juneteenth
Today author Zetta Elliott joins us to discuss her latest book, celebrating the power of community and the importance of Juneteenth.
Fuse 8 n’ Kate: Will Spring Be Early? Or Will Spring Be Late? by Crockett Johnson
Prepare for long discussions on precisely what the Groundhog Day rule actually means, larger talks on the role of reality versus positivity in the real world, what makes a good holiday picture book, and why the moral of this story is, "Eat more bacon."
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Review of the Day: The Tree and the River by Aaron Becker
A book unafraid to assume that your kids are smart enough to figure out what it all means.
That Flag: An Interview with Tameka Fryer Brown
A picture book about a young girl coming to understand what a Confederate flag means would be a tricky topic for anyone to tackle. Today I speak with Tameka Fryer Brown about writing such a book.
Simultaneous Cover Reveal! Juana Martinez-Neal’s ALMA Gets a New Board Book Series
Alma returns! And as a board book series too. The Caldecott Honor winning character will see new life this September in two books for our youngest of readers, and we've got the covers for you to see!
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Exclusive Excerpt Reveal: Julia and the Shark by Kiran Millwood Hargrave and Tom de Freston
Today, I am pleased as punch to present a selection from none other than the Kirkus star reviewed March 28th release, Julia and the Shark. A novel just filled to the brim with evocative illustrations.
Dropping the Dual Interview Bomb: Steve Sheinkin and Nick Bertozzi Discuss Their Graphic Novel Adaptation
It's true. Steve Sheinkin's BOMB has been adapted into a graphic novel format thanks to the illustrative stylings of one Nick Bertozzi. Today I talk to them both.
Fuse 8 n’ Kate: Arnie the Doughnut by Laurie Keller
At last we can tackle the story of a sentient pastry and his longing for meaning in a cold, hungry, world. Arnie the Doughnut turns 20 this year and we are here for him.
Fine Hats, Okay Hats, and Very Good Hats: An Interview with First Time Picture Book Author Emma Straub
Today adult author Emma Straub joins us to discuss her first foray into the picture book world and the importance of having a household hat collection.
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