– Lao Tzu
TAKE 5 WITH KIMBERLY LEE
“This loving picture book about a young Malaysian boy who defies gender expectations will make hearts warm and stomachs hungry. With beautifully vibrant illustrations of a traditional nyonya kitchen, Boys Don’t Fry is a heartfelt celebration of family, culture, and traditions—both old and new.” Author’s name: Kimberly Lee Illustrator’s name: Charlene Chua Other book titles: What if?…
TAKE 5 with CONNIE B. DOW
Author’s name: Connie Bergstein Dow Illustrator’s name: Debbie Palen Other book titles: 1. “From A to Z with Energy!” (Free Spirit Publishing) 2. “Beastie Jamboree” (Young Dragons Press) 3. “One, Two, What Can I Do? Dance and Music for the Whole Day” (Redleaf Press) 4. “Dance, Turn, Hop, Learn!” (Redleaf Press) What is your upcoming…
TAKE 5: ANITA CRAWFORD CLARK
Author’s name: Anita Crawford Clark Illustrator’s name: Anita Crawford Clark Other book titles:Not yet announced What is your upcoming book title? Old to Joy Date of release: September 5, 2023 Preorder or Order link: http://www.oldtojoybook.com Publisher: Gnome Road Publishing Agent: Unagented Agency:N/A Hometown: Sacramento, CA 1. What are 5 things you want people to…
TAKE 5 with Kim-Hoa Ung
Author’s name: Kim-Hoa Ung Illustrator’s name: Kim-Hoa Ung What is your upcoming book title? A GIFT FOR NAI NAI Date of release: December 5th, 2023 Preorder or Order link: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250871596/agiftfornainai https://www.shoponceuponatime.com/signed-books-kim-hoa-ung (for signed copies) Publisher: Macmillan – Feiwel & Friends Agent: Miranda Paul Agency: Erin Murphy Literary Agency Hometown: Los Angeles, California “Lyn…
TAKE 5 with Lakshmi Thamizhmani
Check out the latest Take 5 blog featuring Lakshmi Thamizhmani and her new picture book, Ganesha Goes Green.
TAKE 5 WITH JESSICA STREMER
Do you want to know what Jessica Stremer, the author of the GREAT CARRIER REEF, says are her top 5 Most Helpful Tips for those interested in publishing? Find out in my blog TAKE 5!
TAKE 5 WITH DEBRA DAUGHERTY
Take 5 and get to know Debra Daugherty, author of THE MEMORY JAR. Find out her top 5 tips for those getting into publishing and her 5 places that everyone should visit!
TAKE 5 with Anna Lazowski
Dark Cloud is a lyrical story about a young girl who visualizes a dark cloud representing her depression as a way of coping with her feelings. The imagery in the words and in the illustrations capture the reality of depression perfectly. Author’s name: Anna Lazowski Illustrator’s name: Penny Neville-Lee Other book titles: T. Rexes Can’t…
TAKE 5 WITH MARY MUNSON
Author’s name: Mary Munson Illustrator’s name: Kate Talbot What is your book title? Love Will Turn You Around Date of release: 4/5/2023 Preorder or Order link: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Will-Turn-You-Around/dp/1957655011/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2T05L9X7Q92JE&keywords=love+will+turn+you+around+mary+munson&qid=1681854070&sprefix=LOve+will+turn+you%2Caps%2C492&sr=8-1 Publisher: Gnome Road Publishing Hometown: Rocky Hill, Connecticut When Heart feels all wrong, his friends want to help him turn things around. But when he can’t roll…
Where to Find Ideas for Picture Books
Picture books are a wonderful medium for telling stories, conveying information, and sparking the imagination of young readers. However, coming up with ideas for picture books can be challenging, even for experienced writers and illustrators. If you’re struggling to come up with ideas for your next picture book, here are some helpful tips and resources…
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