CAROL GORDON EKSTER: Leslea Newman is a well-known, award-winning #kidlit author. We are honored to have her here on Writers’ Rumpus. Leslea, you have quite
Category: Writing – Picture Books
Interview of Talented Author, Katrina Moore
Katrina Moore is in my 20/20 Vision picture book marketing group. Her debut picture book, ONE HUG is a rhyming story filled with heart. I’m
Unplugging with a TV Character?
I have to admit, I was skeptical that a book based on a TV character could promote “‘unplugging.” The entire concept seems to contradict itself.
The Talented and Lovely #Kidlit Author, Christy Mihaly
CAROL GORDON EKSTER: I met Christy at Jane Yolen’s picture book boot camp at the Highlights Foundation in 2018, where she was one of those
Seven Questions for Vivian Kirkfield
Interview by Cathy Stefanec Ogren I had the privilege of interviewing author extraordinaire, Vivian Kirkfield. Her newest book, Making Their Voices Heard: The Inspiring Friendship of
Interview of Talented Author, Marcie Colleen
Kirsti Call: Marcie Colleen is the kind of person who make you happy just by being around her. She is one of the most supportive
Interview of Debut Author, Kelly Carey
In 2018 I was lucky enough to meet the sweet and talented Kelly Carey at a magical event known as the Whispering Pines Writers’ Retreat. We shared lunch and talked about the journeys of our debut picture books. Today, I am so pleased to interview Kelly about How Long is Forever? which will hit bookshelves everywhere next month.
Kids, and the Daunting World of Writing
By Paul Czajak Let’s be honest, writing can be sometimes frustrating at its best, and daunting at its worst. I have sat staring at a
Two Wonderful February Debuts: Dandelion’s Dream and The Blunders
Two delightful debut picture books recently graced my doorstep, courtesy of Candlewick, and it’s my pleasure to introduce them to all of you. “What a
Meet #kidlit author, Karen Rostoker-Gruber
CAROL GORDON EKSTER: I “met” Karen through a Facebook group, Jewish Kidlit Mavens. She’s an inspirational talented #kidlit woman. Welcome, Karen! KAREN ROSTOKER-GRUBER: Hi! CGE:
Is Reading Part of Your Writing Diet?
Writing picture books is not easy. It is a concentrated, deep, and selective process which we consider an art.
Meet #kidlit author Jennifer Jacobson
Carol Gordon Ekster: It’s such a small #kidlit community. I’ve interviewed two of your critique buddies and they sent you to me. I’m honored and
Picture Books about Grief and Loss
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.
Finding the Beats: Plotting for Pantsers
By Dana Nuenighoff Do you ever get a book idea in your head but don’t know where it’s going? Do you find that you have
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