by Nick Patton | May 5, 2021 | author-illustrators
Marla Frazee – The Farmer and the Circus Show notes: Two-time Caldecott Honoree Marla Frazee talks about how making picture books help her through life’s challenges. Today’s featured book is her conclusion to the farmer trilogy, THE FARMER AND THE CIRCUS....
by Nick Patton | Apr 21, 2021 | author-illustrators
Paddy Donnelly – The Vanishing Lake Show notes: Today’s featured guest is children’s book author and illustrator Paddy Donelly. We also have a picturebooking message from author Elsa Anderson about her new book; THE LITTLE MANDARIN REACHES THE STARS. In...
by Nick Patton | Apr 7, 2021 | author-illustrators
Jon Klassen – The Rock from the Sky Show notes: Caldecott Medal-winning children’s book author-illustrator Jon Klassen shares deadpan humor in his latest book, THE ROCK FROM THE SKY. Today’s show also features THE DOG’S GARDENER and THE HAPPINESS OF...
by Nick Patton | Mar 24, 2021 | author-illustrators
Annelouise Mahoney – A Very Brave Night Show notes: Children’s book author-illustrator Annelouise Mahoney shares her journey and debut picture book, JULIUS AND MACY: A VERY BRAVE NIGHT. Today’s featured book is an enchanting woodland tale about bravery and...
by Nick Patton | Mar 10, 2021 | authors
Leda Schubert – Nathan’s Song Show notes: Today’s guest is children’s book author Leda Schubert. In the interview, Leda discusses writing, awe of picture books, and family. Today’s featured book, NATHAN’S SONG, is a positive portrayal of the Jewish immigrant...
by Nick Patton | Feb 24, 2021 | authors
Kathleen Krull – Walking toward Peace Show notes: Today’s guest children’s book author Kathleen Krull passed away on January 15 following a brief illness. We recorded this talk on January 13. Here is her publisher’s weekly obituary. Today’s...
by Nick Patton | Feb 10, 2021 | illustrators
Kaylani Juanita – A House For Every Bird Show notes: Today’s show includes an interview with children’s book illustrator Kaylani Juanita and picturebooking messages by authors Ruth Spiro and Ruth Forman. In the interview, Kaylani discusses racism and...
by Nick Patton | Jan 27, 2021 | authors
Kate Hoefler – nothing in common Show notes: Today’s guests include an interview with children’s book author Kate Hoefler and a picturebooking message by author Katherine Picarde. In the interview, Kate helps us find common ground by examining the...
by Nick Patton | Jan 13, 2021 | illustrators
Cátia Chien – The Bear and the Moon Show notes: Children’s book illustrator Cátia Chien shows us that something beautiful can come from creative struggle. Today’s featured book, THE BEAR AND THE MOON is a picture book that follows what happens when...
by Nick Patton | Dec 30, 2020 | authors
Jon-Erik Lappano – Maggie’s Treasure Show notes: Children’s book author Jon-Erik Lappano tells us why nurturing a sense of wonder in kids is essential. Today’s featured book, MAGGIE’S TREASURE, is about a child who turns her passion for...
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