

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Richard Jones and Review of Perdu
An interview with Richard Jones about his debut as an author/illustrator and his beautifully poignant book - PERDU


Birds of a Feather - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF
#PPBF review of a beautiful story about acceptance, (both if oneself and others), friendship, and celebrating the wonders in this world.


I Am A Bird - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF
A sweet, lyrical picture book which celebrates the joy of childhood, imagination, and finding common ground.


The Picture Book Buzz - MCBD 2021 Review of Lump Lump and the Blanket of Dreams #ReadYourWorld
A special book review, as part of the Multicultural Children's Book Day 2021


Behind the Bookcase: Miep Gies, Anne Frank, and the Hiding Place - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF
Though Anne Frank is familiar to most of us, Miep Gies is less well known. A wonderful biography of the woman who saved Anne Frank's diary.


Julia's House Moves On - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF
I'm so excited for this #PPBF post, because I get to show you all a sneak peek at one of my favorite author/illustrator's newest boo


The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Kristen Schroeder and Review of Alien Tomato
Kristen grew up in a suburb of St. Paul, Minnesota. Some of her best childhood memories involve discovering a new favorite book or author at


The Starkeeper - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF
Our towns, country, and world are reeling from Covid and senseless violence. It all feels dark, oppressive, and gloomy. But just like in...


Extraordinary Ordinary Ella - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF
Perhaps the sheer number of talent shows, cooking shows, sports channels, and perhaps maybe even reality shows, demonstrates a...


The Picture Book Buzz - Great Books of 2019
Well dear readers, what a year this has been! Besides traveling to three great writing conferences, I've been privileged to "meet" and...