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by Kirsti Call and Kim Chaffee
Welcome to the Picture Book Look podcast, where Kim Chaffee and Kirsti Call share some of their favorite picture books and chat with the creators to get a behind-the-scenes look into their creative process.Join them as they take a Picture Book Look.
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- Yesterday29 min
Ep160 LIVE from Boyds Mills - Chatting with Agents, Rachel Orr & Charlotte Wenger
Join us at Boyds Mills as we chat with agents, Rachel Orr and Charlotte Wenger of Prospect Agency. We chat about all the things creators want to know about the trends they are seeing from editors, what turns them off regarding submissions, and what they love about being an agent. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- 2 weeks ago33 min
Ep159 Books for Social Justice with Valerie Bolling, Karen Boss, and Kristin Allard
In this episode of Picture Book Look, we’re joined by author Valerie Bolling and editors Karen Boss and Kristin Allard to talk about two powerful picture books that explore social justice and standing up for change: The March for Hope (illustrated by Monica Mikai) and A Flea for Justice: Marian Wright Edelman Stands Up for Change (illustrated by Temika Grooms). Together, we discuss bringing stories of activism, courage, and hope to young readers and the important role picture books play in helping children understand how they can make a difference. Learn more about Valerie: https://www.valeriebolling.com/ Follow Valerie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valeriebollingauthor Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- Sep 22, 202632 min
Ep158 Duel with Shawn Harris and Taylor Norman
The only thing we love more than a clever picture book are the creators who bring them to life! We love chatting with Shawn Harris and editor Taylor Norman about the journey of the new clever picture book, DUEL! You don't want to miss this episode - you'll definitely want to take out some construction paper and paints by the end!! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- Sep 8, 202626 min
Ep157 What We Wish We Knew Before We Were Published
Today Kim and Kirsti think back on things they wish they knew before they were published. Things about writing, things about the publishing process, things about working with editors and more! Published authors, what would you add to their list? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- Aug 18, 202633 min
Ep156 The Power of the Picture Book with Susannah Richards
In this episode of Picture Book Look, we sit down with educator, children’s literature advocate, and lifelong lover of books Susannah Richards for a wide-ranging conversation about the power of picture books and the role they play in helping children become curious, thoughtful, engaged readers. We could have talked for hours given Susannah's wealth of knowledge! She's a true titan of the kidlit industry, and we're grateful she sat down with us so we could pick her brain on so many picture book things! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- Aug 4, 202618 min
Ep155 Picture Book Picks: Summer Reads
We're back with our picture book picks and we're saluting summer with our latest episode! Kim's Picks: Silly: The Sun Thief by Alice Hemming & Nicola Slater Rhyme: Good Night, Good Beach by Joy Crowley and Hilary Jean Tapper Non-fiction: Sharks in Kansas? By Melissa Steward and Becca Stadtlander Unique structure: Hot Dog by Doug Salati Illustrations: And Then Came Summer by Tom Brenner and Jaime Kim Kirsti's Picks: Silly: Beach Toys vs. School Supplies by Mike Ciccotello Rhyme: Short Dog, Long Dog by Anna Hrachovec Non-fiction: Just a Worm by Marie Boyd Unique Structure: The Red Jacket by Bob Holt Illustrations: Summer is Here by Renée Watson and Bea Jackson Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- Jul 22, 202626 min
Ep 154 Happybaras with Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen and Anne Appert
We loved chatting with Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen and Anne Appert about their delightful new picture book, Happybaras! Hear all the behind-the-scenes details about the making of this book and then go get your copy! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
- Jul 7, 202623 min
Ep 152 Getting Back To It
Today we are talking about the beauty of the break and our own experiences with finding our way back to writing after taking some time off. We hope you find this episode helpful if you are navigating your way through a writing break or if you think you might be due for one! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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