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In Conversation: Alexandra Penfold and Suzanne Kaufman
We asked Penfold and Kaufman to interview each other about their process and the inspiration behind 'Big Feelings,' a companion to their bestselling picture book 'All Are Welcome.'
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Obituary: George Ancona
Mexican American children's author, photographer, and filmmaker George Ancona, acclaimed for his slice-of-life photo essays introducing children to new experiences or cultures, has died at age 91.
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Four Questions with Laura Amy Schlitz
Newbery Medalist Laura Amy Schlitz spoke with us about researching and writing her most recent work, 'Amber & Clay,' which is set in ancient Greece.
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Q & A with Juliet Menéndez
We spoke with Guatemalan American author-illustrator Juliet Menéndez's about her debut book 'Latinitas' featuring profiles and childhood portraits of 40 influential Latinas.
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Q & A with Hena Khan
Hena Khan's children's novel 'Amina's Voice' is noteworthy for having launched Simon & Schuster's Salaam Reads imprint, the first dedicated to featuring Muslim characters; Khan's upcoming sequel, 'Amina's Song,' will be published in March.
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Cynthia Leitich Smith: Lifting Up Native American Voices
Known for her realistic and speculative fiction about contemporary Native life, Cynthia Leitich Smith holds an equally important role as an ambassador for other Native creators.
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Four Questions for Pamela Paul
Editor of the 'New York Times Book Review' (and former NYT children's books editor) Pamela Paul spoke with us about her picture book debut, 'Rectangle Time,' illustrated by Becky Cameron.
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Four Questions with Loan Le
Vietnamese American author Loan Le discussed her debut YA novel, 'A Phở Love Story,' which pays homage to her heritage through descriptions of delicious food.
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Teen Titans: PW Talks with Loll Kirby
In ‘Old Enough to Save the Planet,’ British primary school teacher and author Loll Kirby profiles 12 contemporary teenage climate activists from around the world, focusing on lesser-known stories and marginalized voices.
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No Planet B: PW Talks with Naomi Klein
Journalist and activist Naomi Klein discussed her new book, ‘How to Change Everything,’ which aims to prepare children and teens to protect and reshape the planet they will inherit.
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PW KidsCast: A Conversation with Jimmy Dunne
Songwriter-turned-author Jimmy Dunne shares his debut picture book, 'The Shepherd's Story,' a new take on the nativity tale, illustrated by Ivan Kravets.
