Author and Illustrator Interviews
Get to know authors and illustrators by reading our exclusive interviews. Discover how their own life experiences shape their books, take a peek inside their studios, and find out the secrets behind creative processes. Read on ...
In this section of The Children’s Book Review you’ll find interviews with children’s book authors and illustrators that cover a myriad of age groups and genres. We love shining the spotlight on both authors and illustrators and getting to know what makes them tick, discovering their inspirations, and finding out more about their books from concept to publication. To get you started, here are some of our more recent and exciting author and illustrator interviews:
Hey, Reader! It’s a Jarrett J. Krosoczka Interview
Sophie Blackall Discusses If You Come to Earth
Selfie and a Shelfie with Joanna Ho, Author of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners
Roseanne A. Brown Discusses A Song of Wraith and Ruin
Q&A with Hervé Tullet (Yes, It Rhymes)
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Sara Pennypacker joins us to discuss The Lions’ Run: an orphan discovers courage through unlikely heroes secretly resisting Nazi occupation in WWII France.
We sit down with author and life coach Jackie Wallace to talk about Vinny’s World Tour and her belief that imagination is the starting point for every dream.
Sharique Zea, author of Lionborn, joins us to talk about growing up in fantasy worlds and writing a story that turns feeling different into a source of strength
We’re delighted to reveal the cover of Love and Mercy by Kate DiCamillo and Chris Van Dusen—the 16th book in the beloved Mercy Watson series.
Megan McDonald, the mastermind behind Judy Moody, explores themes of mischief, friendship, and wonder in her latest works.
In this interview, Kate Hosford reflects on the power of metaphor, the magic of imaginative play, and the intimate bond between caregiver and child.
Author Selina Alko’s heartfelt collection of poems shines a light on Judy Blume’s childhood and the stories that shaped generations of readers.
Kenan Thompson shares why scraping your knee, finding a good friend, and trying again are the real secrets to success. Unfunny Bunny is his debut kids book.
Penn Holderness—content creator, podcaster, and New York Times bestselling author—discusses his new ADHD book co-written with his wife, Kim.
Alessa Ellefson joins us to discuss Mighty Pax’s Misadventures: A Christmas Tail, a cozy holiday tale about a journey to discover what “home” truly means.