How Gyo Fujikawa Drew the Way: an interview with Kyo Maclear and Julie Mortsad
I am far from being successful (whatever that means), but I am ever so grateful to small readers who find 'something' in any book of mine." Fujikawa Growing up Japanese-American, Gyo Fujikawa faced rasicm daily yet her work reflected light and beauty which still fills...
Books and Food with Kelsey Garrity Riley
Secret Society of Books: Two things I imagine for your book inspiration: Idea one: You were sitting in a cozy restaurant pushing your dumplings around on their plate and you imagined them dancing on a stage. Idea two: You were asked in an interview what your favorite...
Books to Celebrate Grandparents Day
“Nobody can do for little children what grandparents do. Grandparents sort of sprinkle stardust over the lives of little children.” -- Alex Haley There are so many beatiful picture books that celebrate grandparents in various ways. Priya Dreams of Marigolds &...
Self-Publishing with Audrey Smit co-author of The Adventures of Lily Huckleberry
The Adventures of Lily Huckleberry are rich stories for your little adventurers that weave imagination & cultural discovery, bravery & laughter, beautiful artwork & the spirit of adventure. Kellie: You not only co-authored your first book but self...
November 18th is High-Five a Librarian Day
A librarian is so much more than a person who knows where all the books are. They are one of the most important people our kids come into contact with at school. I first came across Matthew Winner through The Children's Book Podcast which had a different name at that...
Illustrator’s Breakfast with Sara Gillingham
This Saturday, October 13th, I will have the pleasure of introducing Sara Gillingham at the Illustrator's Breakfast held by the Vancouver Children's Literature Roundtable. She is an extremely talented illustrator, author and designer in the Children's Lit industry....
Another Dimension with Elly MacKay
Kellie - I am a very big fan of your artwork and process. You have a magical element to your work that is instantly recognizable. I saw a picture you shared of yourself as a teen with one of your first dioramas, how old were you when you started to develop your style?...
An Interview with Laguna Vintage
It only takes one visit to know you have stumbled upon not just something, but someone special. I wanted to know more about the woman with the exquisite eye for design and vintage books. Meet Gina of Laguna Vintage. Kellie: You have exquisite taste in vintage...
Modern Day Willy Wonka
“And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don't believe in magic will never find it.” ― Roald Dahl author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory If you...
Interview with Jon Klassen
In celebration of Fathers Day, I spoke with New York Times best selling, Caldecott medalist, minimalist extraordinaire, and new father Jon Klassen. We spoke about his new book with Mac and his writing a new chapter in life, parenthood. Kellie: Your...
An Interview with Christian Robinson
This year marks the 75th anniversary of Runaway Bunny by Margaret Wise Brown. In celebration, I got to interview one of the most beloved illustrators in Children’s books today, Mr. Christian Robinson. His work reaches a wide audience with its beauty and remarkable way...
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