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The Backstory: WILLOW AND BUNNY

Today's guest Anitra Rowe Schulte, is here to share her stunning book, WILLOW AND BUNNY (Two Lions, 2023). This book is equal parts gorgeous lyrical language and breathtaking illustrations. Anitra and Caldecott honor artist Christopher Denise partnered for this book and the result is pure magic. Keep reading to learn all about the inspiration behind WILLOW AND BUNNY and for your chance to win a signed copy.

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The Backstory: I SHIP: A CONTAINER SHIP'S COLOSSAL JOURNEY

I love the opportunity to feature debut authors. It brings me so much joy to help celebrate the momentous occasion of their first book baby. And today we have just such an author. Kelly Rice Schmitt is here with her debut picture book, I SHIP: A CONTAINER SHIP'S COLOSSAL JOURNEY (Lerner Books, 2023) with illustrations by Jam Dong. Keep reading to find out how this story came to be and for your chance to win either a copy of I SHIP or a non rhyming pb manuscript critique.

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The Backstory: BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE MUSIC OF JOHN CAGE

I first met today's guest, Lisa Rogers, when she joined us on the blog in 2020 with her picture book HOUND WON'T GO. Today she is back with her latest, BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE MUSIC OF JOHN CAGE with illustrations by Il Sung Na. Keep reading to learn all about this amazing book that will be appearing in bookstores near you on October 10, 2023.

AH: Welcome to The Backstory and thank you for joining us and sharing the inspiration behind BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE MUSIC OF JOHN CAGE.

First off, please tell ...

The Backstory: SAVING THE SUN

I am so happy to welcome back my friend, Emma Pearl to the blog. Today she joins us with her latest, SAVING THE SUN. This is the gorgeous sequel to her debut, Mending the Moon and it lets us in on the adventures of Luna and Poppa once more. Keep reading about how this story came to be and for your chance to win a copy of your own.

AH: Welcome back and thank you for joining us and sharing the inspiration behind SAVING THE SUN!

EP: Thank you for having me, it’s great to be back!

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The Backstory: WOMBATS ARE PRETTY WEIRD

It is my pleasure to welcome author and illustrator, Abi Cushman to The Backstory. I am a huge fan of Abi's work and today she joins us with her latest, WOMBATS ARE PRETTY WEIRD. This humorous nonfiction picture book will have kids rolling on the floor as they learn fascinating facts about wombats.

AH: Welcome to The Backstory and thank you for joining us and sharing the inspiration behind Wombats Are Pretty Weird.

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The Backstory: BOYS DON'T FRY

Today #TheBackstory welcomes my friend, Kimberly Lee to the blog with her picture book, BOYS DON'T FRY ( Farrar, Straus & Giroux , 2023) with illustrations by Charlene Chua. This is the perfect read to make your tummy rumble while encouraging kids to follow their passions.

AH: Welcome to The Backstory and thank you for joining us and sharing the inspiration behind BOYS DON’T FRY.

First off, please tell us a little bit about your story.

KL: Hi Andrew! Thanks for offering me this opportunity to sha...

The Backstory: The Yellow Áo Dài

Hanh Bui joins The Backstory today with her beautiful book, The Yellow Áo Dài with illustrations by Minnie Phan. This is a gorgeous book about family, forgiveness, and culture. Keep reading to learn about the inspiration behind The Yellow Áo Dài and for your chance to win one of two copies that are up for grabs.

AH: Welcome to The Backstory and thank you for joining us and sharing the inspiration

behind The Yellow Áo Dài.

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HB: Naliah is ex...

The Backstory: TOO MUCH: AN OVERWHELMING DAY

I originally met our guest way back in February 2021 when she first joined The Backstory with two of her wonderful books, ,MAC & CHEESE and BIONIC BEASTS. Today, Jolene Gutiérrez joins us again, this time with her latest picture book, TOO MUCH: AN OVERWHELMING DAY (Abrams, 2023) with illustrations from the incredible ,Angel Chang . Keep reading to learn all about this powerful book and for your chance to win a copy.

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The Backstory: GIRLS ON WHEELS

I am thrilled to welcome Srividhya Venkat to the blog today with her latest picture book, GIRLS ON WHEELS (Kokila, 8/8/23) with illustrations by Kate Wadsworth. This story is bound to inspire girls and boys alike to push boundaries and not give up. Keep reading to learn all about what inspired this story and for your chance to win a 30-minute AMA from Srividhya.

AH: Welcome to The Backstory and thank you for joining us and sharing the inspiration behind GIRLS ON WHEELS.

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The Backstory: PAULA'S PATCHES

Gabriella Aldeman stops by The Backstory today with her debut picture book, PAULA'S PATCHES (Free Spirit Publishing, 2023) with illustrations by Rocío Arreola Mendoza. Kids everywhere will be able to relate to the worries and emotions of Paula and will be inspired by her creative solution. Keep reading to get the scoop on PAULA'S PATCHES and for your chance to win a signed copy.

AH: Welcome to The Backstory and thank you for joining us and sharing the inspiration behind PAULA’S PATCHES.

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