Book Reviews – Picture Books

Interview: Soaring ’20s Spring Debut Authors, Part 1

February 14, 2020 Kim Chaffee

I’m pleased to be interviewing the debut authors of the Soaring ’20s picture book group this year. There is so much amazing talent here! Since

This Is How I Grow: Wesley Davies, Versatile Illustrator

February 7, 2020 Joyce Audy Zarins

This is How I Grow by Dia L. Michels was beautifully illustrated by new talent Wesley Davies whose digital art skilfully depicts various species

Spot the Differences Between These Two Books

January 24, 2020 Laura Fineberg Cooper

What better way to lift someone’s spirits than with the unexpected gift of a beautifully rendered classic like BLACK BEAUTY, written by Anna Sewell with breathtaking illustrations by Christian Birmingham.

Interview of Talented Author, Rita Lorraine Hubbard

January 21, 2020 kirsticall

I adore Rita Lorraine Hubbard’s debut picture book, Hammering For Freedom. So when she joined the 20/20 Vision Picture Book marketing group, I was excited

5 Fabulous Things… A Royal Ride: Catherine the Great’s Great Invention

January 10, 2020 Kim Chaffee

Roller Coasters: What a fabulous topic for a picture book! Who knew that credit for the first ever roller coaster goes to Catherine the Great,

The Writers’ Rumpus 2019 Review

December 27, 2019 Laura Fineberg Cooper

With so many wonderful Writers’ Rumpus posts to choose from, it’s always a delightful challenge to decide which to include in my annual review.

December Debuts

December 13, 2019 Kim Chaffee

Well, folks, we have come to the end of a year of fantastic picture book debuts. I’ve loved sharing these silly, heart-warming, historical, lyrical, emotional,

Picture Books about Grief and Loss

November 26, 2019 Laura Fineberg Cooper

Picture books that gently address the issues of grief and loss are a tremendous resource to help families navigate such difficult times, especially during holidays when the absence of a beloved family member is keenly felt by all.