The Picture Book Buzz

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/ Chad Otis and Review of Neat Nick's Big Mess

Fun talk with author/illustrator Chad Otis about his personal inspiration and creation of his newest picture book - Neat Nick's Big Mess.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Maria Dolores Aguila and Magdelena Mora

Exciting chat with author María Dolores Águila and illustrator Magdalena Mora on the inspiration and creation of their NF PB - Barrio Rising

Hammer and Nails - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF + 20 Book Giveaway!

A wonderful #PPBF picture book highlighting a loving and playful relationship of a Dad and Daughter - Hammer and Nails. + 20 book giveaway.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Bob McKinnon, Thai My Phuong, Review of America's Dream

Amazing talk with author Bob McKinnon and illustrator Thai My Phuong about their stunning, touching new picture book - America's Dreaming.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Jessica Warrick + 20 Book Giveaway!

Fun talking with illustrator Jessica Warrick about creating the art for the humorous and tender picture book - Hammer and Nails.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Melissa Christina Marquez, Rocio Mendoza, Review of Sea of Constellations

Fun talking with the dynamic duo Melissa Cristina Márquez and Rocío Arreola Mendoza about their stunning new fable - Sea of Constellations.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/ Nicole Castrovinci, Madelon Koelinga, Review of the The Butterfly Effect

Such a pleasure to interview author Nicole Casstrovinci and illustrator Madelon Koelinga about their new picture book - The Butterfly Effect

The Picture Book Buzz - May 2024 Interview with STEAM Team Books Members (Part 1)

Four STEAM Team Books creatives offer insights and background into their amazing nonfiction middle grade and picture books releasing in May.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Lesléa Newman, Susan Gal, and Review of Joyful Song

Honored to talk with the dynamic duo Lesléa Newman and Susan Gal about creating their newest picture book - Joyful Song: A Naming Story.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/ Sarah Hovorka and Alicia Schwab

A fun discussion with author Sarah Hovorka and illustrator Alicia Schuab about creating their newest picture book - Unicyle Dad.

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