Children’s book writers are discovering that there is a smorgasbord of nonfiction flavors to choose among. Recently this menu of options has been wonderfully taste-tested

Authors & Illustrators Wild About Kidlit!
Children’s book writers are discovering that there is a smorgasbord of nonfiction flavors to choose among. Recently this menu of options has been wonderfully taste-tested
The goal of publishing a book is to sell it, but what characteristics of a book inspire that purchase? Of the two ways that most
When I purchase a book, that transaction comes with an innate expectation that the contents of its pages will take me on a ride worth
Creating a Bookstore, Its Book, and a Dwelling for a Squirrel
“Can a trip to Midgard help a bad god grow a conscience?” Louie Stowell Loki savors being the god of mischief and chaos. Odin, the
A roundup of posts with practical advice for authors and illustrators.
“There once was a boy shot from a bow like an arrow. / Strong and straight, he flew across the world, connecting many people with
If you are a bit unclear about what a neutrino is, you need this picture book. And if you wonder what makes a good non-fiction
Be a 2-minute superhero! “Our planet is in trouble. It needs YOU.” Today, April 22nd, is Earth Day, time for some action. Kids who read
Joyce: Valerie, you certainly have been busy since I interviewed you for your first book Let’s Dance! Congratulations on your newest–Together We Ride from Chronicle
When my family met in Costa Rica in November, I bought a charming picture book there by a well-known local author. It is inspiring to
While seeming to have little in common, the urge to escape can unite those who otherwise live separate lives. That unity benefits all. How might