The Picture Book Buzz

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/Mia Wenjen and Review of Boxer Baby Battles Bedtime!

Talking with talented author Mia Wenjen about the inspiration and fun in creating of her new picture book - Boxer Baby Battles Bedtime.

Anh's New Word - The Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF + Giveaway

This #PPBF this a gorgeous, uplifting story showing how compassion, persistence, and hope transcends language and inspires courage.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Hanh Bui + Giveaway

Enjoyed chatting with the talented Hanh Bui about the personal inspiration for her touching, gorgeous new picture book - Ánh's New Word.

Unicycle Dad - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF

This week's #PPBF choice is an honest, heartfelt exploration of the value of dreams and perseverance and an ode to families and single dads.

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.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Zainab Khan and Review of Noura's Crescent Moon

Exciting to talk with my friend Zainab Khan about her inspiration and creation of her debut picture book - Noura's Crescent Moon.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Thelia Hutchinson and Review of More Than You Imagine

Exciting to interview debut author Thelia Hutchinson about the inspiraton and creation of her new picture book - More Than You Imagine.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Rebecca Gardyn Levington and Review of Afikoman, Where'd You Go?

Fun visit with Rebecca Gardyn Levington about the inspiration for her new picture book - Afikoman, Where'd You Go?

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