I have a very special guest today—Oliver Dominguez, the illustrator of Nacho’s Nachos. Oliver created an absolutely magnificent 1940s vibe for our book. From the moment you open the cover, you feel as though you’ve stepped 80 years back in time. Just look at the spread below with Ignacio “Nacho” Anaya and Roberto de los … Continue reading
I am over the moon to have Paulette Bogan here today! I’ve admired her work for years, both as a writer and an illustrator, and I feel very lucky indeed to have her joining in the fun of What Was on her post-its, easel, studio walls, and more. Paulette knew pretty much from the day … Continue reading
It’s time to take out your crayons, folks, because March 31st is National Crayon Day. In fact, why not celebrate by reading The Crayon Man: The Story of the Invention of Crayola Crayons by Natascha Biebow. Before you head to your online library, though, stay right where you are, because Natascha is going to tell … Continue reading
In celebration of the recent release of A Year with Mama Earth, Rebecca Grabill joins us today to tell what was on her country road, children’s hands, and list of scariest things. She also talks about the mysterious and wondrous things that surround us. Rebecca is a poet and writer of both lyrical and spooky … Continue reading