Chris Riddell points out similarities between Moz the monster and a character from his 1986 picturebookA renowned writer and illustrator of children’s books has suggested John Lewis may have plagiarised one of his stories for its latest Christmas advert, which was launched to great fanfare last week. Chris Riddell, who until recently was the children’s laureate, posted his own version of the advert on social media, comparing it to scenes in his similarly themed book Mr Underbed. He posted: “John Lewis help themselves to my picture book.”John Lewis helps themselves to my picture book. https://t.co/mrVHmalTwh Related: John Lewis Christmas ad 2017: watch the video of Moz the monster Continue reading... Continue reading at 'The Guardian'
[ The Guardian | 2017-11-17 00:00:00 UTC ]
Literary agent for children's book authors Mary Cummings explains the biggest mistake she sees in picture book pitches—and how you can avoid making that mistake. The post Picture Book or Short Story? Which is it? appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest
[ Writer's Digest | 2025-05-03 12:00:00 UTC ]
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Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler have announced they are working on a new outing for the monster in the deep dark wood, due out in September 2026He’s got knobbly knees, turned-out toes, a poisonous wart at the end of his nose … and he’s back, for the first time in more than 20 years: Julia... Continue reading at The Guardian
[ The Guardian | 2025-04-30 11:30:50 UTC ]
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Bestselling author Joan Holub shares her expertise at storyboarding picture books and graphic novels, with both authors and illustrators. The post Storyboarding for Writers: How Sketching Can Strengthen Your Picture Book or Graphic Novel! appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest
[ Writer's Digest | 2025-04-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
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PBS Kids in collaboration with GBH Kids is releasing a slate of short-form episodes and an hour-long special adapted from Kwame Alexander’s picture book 'Acoustic Rooster and His Barnyard Band.' Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-04-08 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Author Teresa Argenbright shares five lessons learned about developing a picture book series with recurring characters. The post 5 Lessons Learned: Developing a Picture Book Series With Recurring Characters appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest
[ Writer's Digest | 2025-04-08 02:00:00 UTC ]
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When an artist friend came to visit me a few years ago, she remarked on the art hanging up in our house. “It’s all by picture book illustrators!” she said. And I laughed, because although she was perfectly right, I hadn’t even realized it until then. But I do love and admire picture book art, […] Continue reading at Literrary Hub
[ Literrary Hub | 2025-03-03 09:58:56 UTC ]
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A big-name picture book adaptation of the Grimm fairy tale “Hansel and Gretel” goes to HarperCollins, Margaret Atwood brings a memoir to Doubleday, Sourcebooks picks up the memoir of the daughter of Gisele Pelicot, and more in this week’s book deals. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-02-14 05:00:00 UTC ]
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There is nothing I love more in a picture book than a good author’s note. Often author’s (and illustrator’s) notes ... Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2025-02-13 12:30:00 UTC ]
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These picture book biographies about Black changemakers feature a phenomenal athlete, a Wild West baddie, and a talented singer. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2025-02-10 13:30:00 UTC ]
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Among recent book deals are titles guiding Christian women in moving forward after divorce, a look at the psychology of evangelism, a picture book promoting compassion, and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-01-22 05:00:00 UTC ]
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A new picture book, a pair of novels, and two titles by a mental health expert, and more are among this week’s deals. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
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The authors of the 2005 picture book ‘And Tango Makes Three’ argue that the book’s removal from school library shelves is rooted in unconstitutional, anti-LGBTQ+ “viewpoint discrimination.” County officials insist that it is “government speech.” Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-11-26 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Paola Santos' picture book encourages young readers to appreciate nature's gifts and the love that comes with them. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times
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Among the books hitting shelves next week are a picture book about finding joy in difficult places, a middle grade fantasy set at a beloved library, a YA mystery following a family reuniting, and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-07-25 04:00:00 UTC ]
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The silver screen will turn a different color next month when 'Harold and the Purple Crayon,' based on the classic picture book by Crockett Johnson, makes its theatrical debut on August 2. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-07-18 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Motorola is still trying to reclaim the glory of its original Razr phone with its latest foldables. The new Razr and Razr+ are more stylish than the previous models, and at $700 and $1,000 respectively, they're surprisingly affordable for devices with massive folding OLED screens. In other news,... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2024-06-28 11:30:27 UTC ]
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Fashions in architecture are, more or less, generational. So, the reappraisal of brutalism – a once-reviled style of architecture – is now virtually complete Continue reading at The Conversation
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Picture book writers whose works look different from one another because they’re illustrated by different artists are less apt to be on your radar. Continue reading at The New York Times
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