The Picture Book Buzz

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Jyoti Gopal and Review of Desert Queen

Interesting discussion with Jyoti Gopal about the inspiration and creation of her stunning new picture book - Desert Queen.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Alex Cousseau and Review of The Brothers Zzli

Excited to interview the French author Alex Cousseau about the inspiration and creation of his amazing new picture book - The Brothers Zzli.

Pass the Baby - The Perfect Picture Book Buzz

A gorgeous, joyful celebration of family and shared meals, full of love and humor.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Lawrence Schimel & L.A. Montes + Review of Colorful Mondays

Excited to interview Honduran author L. A. Montes and translator Lawrence Schimel about their touching new picture book - Colorful Mondays.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Navina Chhabria and Review of Raaga's Song: A Diwali Story

Excited to interview Navina Chhabria about the inspiration and creation of her author/illustrator debut picture book - Raagaa's Song.

Bábo: A Tale of Armenian Rug-Washing Day - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF

A delightful picture book that explores the author's memories of a joyful summer tradition in Armenia.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Astrid Kamalyan

Exciting chat with debut author Astrid Kamalyan about her writing and her gorgeous picture book - Bábo: A Tale Of Armenian Rug-Washing Day.

Lila and the Jack-O'-Lantern: Halloween Comes to America - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF

A spectacular #PPBF historical fiction on the origin of Halloween and jack-o-laterns in America.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Nancy Churnin 2023

The amazing and talented Nancy Churnin discusses the creation of her first historical fiction picture book - Lila and the Jack-o’-Lantern.

Jimmy's Shoes: The Story of Jimmy Choo, Shoemaker to a Princess - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF

A fascinating nonfiction which offers a great peek into the life, career, persistence, and genius of Jimmy Choo.

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2017 - 2023 Judging Round 2

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