Hello Picture Book Builders peeps! Today we are taking a closer look at SLEEPY SNUGGLES, the gorgeous, cozy, sweet picture book by my good friend and critique partner, Diana Murray! It is illustrated by the fantastic Charles Santoso (whom I’ve also been a fan of for years, ever since my …
I couldn’t be more thrilled today to help my friend and critique partner Kelly Conroy celebrate the book birthday for her debut, YOU ARE MY EVERYTHING, illustrated by Abigail Hookham and published by Tiger Tales/Penguin Random House! Kelly and I met in 2019 when we (along with another CP and …
“What process do you follow to write your stories?” I’ve heard that question more frequently as I’ve sold more picture books, and I never quite know how to answer. The people asking usually look as if they’re waiting for a golden ticket to inspiration. Like, maybe I’ll say that I …
Our son Jackson graduated from high school on Saturday. Cause for celebration, yes, but it also has me feeling a bit nostalgic. I love, respect and admire this young man who towers over me, and love that we can have adult conversations about all sorts of things—from news headlines to …