Journal

David Antram is the celebrated illustrator who works in an astonishing variety of styles, yet he is perhaps best known for his caricatures.

In this strange business of ours, where we live and die by names, what irony to find myself suddenly nameless. A refresh, they called it.

Muriel Rukeyser wrote, "that stories, not atoms, comprise the universe." In her 1968 poem "The Speed of Darkness".

The Fragility of Ideas At the heart of this metaphor ‘An Egg is a Dream’  is the whimsy of fragility. an idea starts small and grows.

In our world overflowing with distractions, the act of picking up and opening a book can feel revolutionary.

I look at the publishing career of Patricia Borlenghi, her career in foreign rights, and as the founder of Patrician Press.

Books, in all their forms, hold the power to reshape societies, challenge norms, and incite action. ..and kill.

Shirley Willis Salariya has worked in a variety of art styles and always embraced experimentation.

The importance of diversity in kid's books goes beyond political correctness. It's about giving every child the opportunity to see themselve

To research for accuracy in a historical children's book, use primary sources, consult secondary sources, visit historical sites.

Using a nom de plume or pen name has been a common practice among authors and artists for centuries. Over the years, I’ve used several names

The idea of Victor Frankenstein's notebook intrigued me and I started to think about what a student of anatomy would learn 19th Century.

By the time 'Trends' are spotted - they are probably over or fading - so lets take a look at trends in children's book publishing for 2024.

Back story of the creation and design of the You Wouldn't want To Be an Egyptian Mummy...! series by David Salariya in 1999.

To prepare your children's novel for publishing, edit thoroughly, seek feedback from beta readers, and hire a professional editor.

Illustrator and Writer Carolyn Scrace chooses her Top Ten Books from her wide portfolio of published work.

A Step-by-Step Guide To The 'Inside Story' Of ‘The Spectacular Visual Guides’ Series And How To Create a children’s history book series.

Children's books are a cornerstone of literature, capturing the imaginations of young readers and shaping their worldviews.

What Are The Best Font Choices For Text in Children's Books? When it comes to designing text in children's books, every font matters.

Graphic design is more than just a collection of images; it's a powerful tool with the ability to persuade, inform and evoke emotions.