One Step Forward…
By Domenica Di Piazza, Editorial Director of Twenty-First Century Books
Women in the Military – Some Background
Ideas for TFCB books come to me from such a wide range of venues. Read More
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Vaunda Micheaux Nelson and Gordon C. James Discuss Their New Picture Book, Let ‘Er Buck!
By Libby Stille, Publicist
Author and retired children’s librarian Vaunda Micheaux Nelson loves telling stories from forgotten moments in history. Her latest picture book, Let ‘Er Buck! George Fletcher, the People’s Champion, is no exception. Read More
Patrons Interested in Publishing? Suggest an Informational Interview!
by Jenny Krueger, Publishing Director for School and Library
Most of us working at Lerner Publishing Group have powerful memories of our school and public libraries. As an educational publisher with a long history of supporting the mission of libraries big and small, we live and breathe the library world. Read More
A Valentine for Frankenstein Creators Leslie Kimmelman and Timothy Banks in Conversation
By Libby Stille, Publicist
Earlier this month, we released A Valentine for Frankenstein, written by Leslie Kimmelman and illustrated by Timothy Banks. This adorable picture book follows Frank as he attends the monsters’ Valentine’s Day Bash and receives a mysterious valentine from another monster.
Today we welcome the author and illustrator to the blog for a conversation about Frankenstein, the artistic process, belching, and more. Take it away, Leslie and Timothy! Read More
Behind the Scenes of Making a Picture Book: The Vast Wonder of the World
By Carol Hinz, Editorial Director of Millbrook Press and Carolrhoda Books
To celebrate the upcoming release of The Vast Wonder of the World: Biologist Ernest Everett Just, I wanted to (virtually) bring together a few of the people involved to share a behind-the-scenes peek at how the book came together. Read More