To draw creative images corresponding with a picture book text is a special talent. Not only does it require artistic skill but it also is dependent on the illustrator's ability to translate the author's words into images. Today, I introduce Stacy Innerst, an accomplished … [Read more...]
Q & A With Elissambura, an Imaginative Children’s Book Illustrator
Inspiring images and engaging text walk hand-in-hand in memorable picture books. A small percentage of these children's books are created by one individual who creates both the story and the pictures. In most instances, artists create images after publishers accept an author's … [Read more...]
Q & A with Aylesworth & McClintock- Part 2
For the second day in a row, I have the pleasure of participating in the 2015 Sidney Taylor Book Award blog tour. Click here to see yesterday's blog This year's Gold Medal winners are Jim Aylesworth and Barbara McClintock, author and illustrator of My Grandfather’s Coat, Loic … [Read more...]
Q & A with Aylesworth & McClintock- Part 1
Today, I have the pleasure of participating in the Sidney Taylor Book Award blog tour for the 2015 winners. The Sydney Taylor Book Award honors new books for children and teens that exemplify the highest literary standards while authentically portraying the Jewish experience. … [Read more...]
Q & A With Andrea Strongwater, Author & Illustrator
Decades ago when I was a student at Spertus College in Chicago, I studied the Holocaust. As a lifelong learner, I have continued to read many books about the Holocaust. Most recently, I have written about the controversial issue of sharing Holocaust picture books … [Read more...]
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