The Picture Book Buzz

You're my Biggest Little Friend - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF

This is a wonderful, heartfelt picture book sequel which explores friendship, compassion, and discovering what makes each of us special.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Ron van Maurik

Delighted to talk with author/illustrator Ron vanMaurik about his stunning newest picture book - You're My Biggest Little Friend.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Bryher Mackenzie, Gillian Eilidh O'Mara and Review of Night Whale

Loved meeting Bryher Mackenzie and Gillian Eilidh O’Mara and talking about their stunning and touching new picture book - The Night Whale.

A Little Like Magic - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF + Giveaway

This week's #PPBF choice is a touching, thought-provoking, and endearing picture book, with a fantastic magical ending.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Carrie Kruck, Erika Meza and Review of Iggy Breathes Fire

Lots of fun talking with Carrie Kruck and Erika Meza about creating their new humorous and poignant picture book - Iggy Who Breathes Fire.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Sarah Kurpiel and Book Giveaway

So fun to chat with author/illustrator Sarah Kurpiel about creating her new poignant and touching picture book - A Little Like Magic.

Sharing Shalom - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF

An empowering and encouraging picture book which gently, but honestly, addresses hate crimes open dialogue, and accepting, safe communities.

The Picture Book Buzz - September 2024 Interview with STEAM Team Books Members

Four creative STEAM Team Books authors share insights into their stunning books releasing in September.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Debbie Herman, Shelia Bailey, and Review of Carla's Glasses

Talking with Debbie Herman and Sheila Bailey about the inspiration for the creation of their sequel - Carla's Glasses.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Hunter Liguore, Glenda Sburelin, and Where Are You Going Butterfly?

The dynamic duo of author Hunter Liguore and illustrator Glenda Sburelin share insights into their new PB - Where Are You Going Butterfly?

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