The Picture Book Buzz

Don't Invite A Bear Inside for Hanukkah - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF

This #PPBF book is a gorgeous, unique, humorous, and inventive way to introduce Hanukkah, friendship, and compassion.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Amanda Abler, Katy Wu, and Review of Big Bertha

Excited to interview author Amanda Abler and illustrator Katy Wu about their stunning STEM nonfiction picture book - Big Bertha.

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 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 Time Machine - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF

A touching book about building a time machine to go back and undo something hurtful said to a best friend.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/ Sheryl Haft, Jeremy Holmes + Review of Mazie's Amazing Machines

So fun to talk with Sheryl Haft and Jeremy Holmes about the creation of their exciting new STEAM picture book - Mazie’s Amazing Machines.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Emma Pearl and Sneak Peek Review of Saving the Sun

Fun interview with Emma Pearl, full of amazing information and a sneak peek review of her newest picture book - Saving the Sun.

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 Patricia Tanumihardja

Excited to interview Patricia Tanumihardja about her newest picture book - Jimmy’s Shoes: The Story of Jimmy Choo, Shoemaker to a Princess.

The Picture Book Buzz - Pat Zietlow Miller/e.E. Charlton-Trujillo & Review A Girl Can Build Anything

Chatting with Pat Zietlow Miller and e.E Charlton-Trujillo about the amazing collaboration and new picture book - A Girl Can Build Anything.

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