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Educational Activities: Turbo’s Special Delivery by Jean Reagan, illustrated by Eduardo MarticorenaTurbo’s Special Delivery Author: Jean Reagan Illustrator: Eduardo Marticorena 24 October 2023 Clarion Books 40 pages Book description from...
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Author Interview: Marty KelleyHere’s a little secret about getting interviewed at OPB—if you make books about unicorns, zombies, and farts…you’re in! And while you might think...
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Picture Book Review: I’m Gonna Paint: Ralph Fasanella, Artist of the People by Anne Broyles, illustrated by Victoria Tentler-KrylovI’m Gonna Paint: Ralph Fasanella, Artist of the People Author: Anne Broyles Illustrator: Victoria Tentler-Krylov Holiday House 7 November 2023 48...
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Picture Book List: 16 Books About Classic Halloween MonstersMy dad’s been busy with some book deadlines, and I like spooky things, so I offered to help out with this month’s Bonus Goody. Enjoy the list of...
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Editor Interview: Taylor Norman (Neal Porter Books/Holiday House)Welcome to this month’s Industry Insider guest, Taylor Norman, a rock star in the realm of children’s literature as Executive Editor at Neal Porter...
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Educational Activities: There Was a Party for Langston by Jason Reynolds, illustrated by Jerome and Jarrett PumphreyThere Was a Party for Langston Author: Jason Reynolds Illustrator: Jerome Pumphrey and Jarrett Pumphrey 3 October 2023 Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy...
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Author/Illustrator Interview: Tadgh BentleyThis month’s interview is with Author/Illustrator Tadgh Bentley, a British illustrator and writer who now lives in Ohio with his wife, son, and...
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Picture Book Reviews: Just Snow Already; Don’t Mean to 13: Molly’s Tuxedo; Remind Me; What Goes on Inside a Beaver Pond?I ran into an issue with securing a professional illustrator to partner with me this month on a picture book review. This just means we’re going...
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Editor Interview: Meredith Mundy (Abrams Appleseed)Welcome to Meredith Mundy, the Editorial Director at Abrams Appleseed. With a career spanning over two decades, Meredith’s keen eye for quality has...
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Educational Activities: The Brand-New, Never-Used, Perfect Crayons by Leanne HatchThe Brand-New, Never-Used, Perfect Crayons Author: Leanne Hatch Illustrator: Leanne Hatch 22 August 2023 Margaret Ferguson Books 40 pages Book...
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Author Interview: Henry HerzThis month’s Author Spotlight shines on Henry Herz. Known for his whimsical and educational tales, Henry has authored over a dozen books for kids...
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Picture Book Review: Giants Are Very Brave People by Florence Parry Heide (illustrated by Merrill Rainey)Giants Are Very Brave People Author: Florence Parry Heide Illustrator: Merrill Rainey Holiday House 1 August 2023 32 pages This...
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Editor Interview: Sandra Sutter (Gnome Road)Welcome to Sandra Sutter, the dynamic force behind Gnome Road Publishing, a vibrant press that is lighting the way for readers young and old. With...
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Educational Activities: A Very Dinosaur Birthday by Adam Wallace (illustrated by Christopher Nielsen)A Very Dinosaur Birthday Author: Adam Wallace Illustrator: Christopher Nielsen 20 June 2023 Tommy Nelson 40 pages Book description from Goodreads:...
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Author/Illustrator Interview: Kaz WindnessThis month’s Author/Illustrator Interview is with Kaz Windness, who—like me!—is a member of the PB23’s picture book group. I’ve been watching the...
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Picture Book Review: How the Sea Came to Be by Jennifer Berne (illustrated by Amanda Hall)How the Sea Came to Be Author: Jennifer Berne Illustrator: Amanda Hall Eerdmans Books for Young Readers 25 April 2023 56 pages This...
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Picture Book List: 15 Terrific Books About TeachersIt’s back-to-school time, so what better way to celebrate the awesome teachers in our lives than to put together a list of fun picture books about...
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Editor Interview: Celia Lee (Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers)Welcome to Celia Lee, an executive editor at Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, where she works with creators on all things illustrated,...
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Educational Activities: One Small Thing by Marsha Diane Arnold (illustrated by Laura Watkins)One Small Thing Author: Marsha Diane Arnold Illustrator: Laura Watkins 9 May 2023 Beaming Books 32 pages Book description from Goodreads: “After...
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Author Interview: Marsha Diane ArnoldThis month’s Author Interview is with Marsha Diane Arnold. Her books have sold over one million copies, so what more do you need to know?
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Picture Book Reviews: Here I Can Be Mindful (Ally Condie); Oh No, the Aunts Are Here (Adam Rex); Stinkbird Has a Superpower (Jill Esbaum); Weather Together (Jessie Sima); When You Can Swim (Jack Wong)Things went sideways at OPB this month, so instead of offering a normal picture book review where I write about the story and a pro illustrator...
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“Editor” interview: ChatGPT‑4 as a NYC Big 5 Picture Book EditorThings went kablooey this month when my intended interview subject–a human picture book editor–was unable to participate in time for this month’s...
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Educational Activities: Bitsy Bat, School Star by Kaz WindnessBitsy Bat, School Star Author: Kaz Windness Illustrator: Kaz Windness 6 June 2023 Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books 48 pages Book...
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Author/Illustrator Interview: Merrill RaineyThis month’s Author/Illustrator is Merrill Rainey, a self-described “cowboy-boot wearing, picture book creator and paper toy maker.” With a bio...
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Conference Roundup: 2023 FL SCBWI Florida Conference ReportI gave a recap of the 2022 FL SCBWI conference last year and people liked it so much that I figured I’d try it again this time around. I’ll include...
