The Picture Book Buzz

Book cover - on a flat space of a rock tower, a baby macaque monkey sits upon, and hugs, a larger stuffed monkey.

A Monkey Named Punch - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF, plus Giveaway

Review for #PPBF of a stunning picture book about an abandoned little monkey's resilience and bravery in finding his family.

Collage of the book covers of the three featured picture books - The Upside-down Lighthoust, The River of Cargiving, and Rainbow Cookies.

The Picture Book Buzz - Three Awesome Picture Books From 2026

Review of 3 terrific, touching, and gorgeous picture books published in the spring/summer of 2026.

Collage of photos of author Betsy Groban and illustrator Joanie Stone.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Betsy Groban and Joanie Stone, plus Giveaway

Enjoyed chatting with author Betsy Groban and illustrator Joanie Stone about their touching and amazing new picture book - A Monkey Named Punch.

Collage of the book cover and photos of author Naja Lund Aparico and illustrator Alex Nees.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Naja Lund Aparico, Alex Nees, and Review of Season by the Lake

Tickled to chat with the talented debut duo of author Naja Lund Aparico and illustrator Alex Nees about their stunning debut picture book - Seasons by the Lake.

Book cover - a boy and girl face each other, the girl is holding a warpped plate of treats and the boy is holding a dog.

Something Sweet: A Sitting Shiva Story - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF

The week's #PPBF choice is the poignant and tender picture book - Something Sweet: A Sitting Shiva Story.

Collage of author photo of Nazneen Akbari and the book cover for Home Away From Home.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Nazneen Akbari and Review of Home Away From Home

Fun chatting with debut author Nazneen Akbari about her touching picture book - Home Away From Home.

Photos of Kris Tarrantino (left) and Cori Doerrfeld (right).

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview w/Kris Tarantino and Cori Doerrfeld plus Giveaway

Alway a pleasure to chat with author Kris Tarantino and illustrator Cori Doerrfeld and learn about their newest picture book - Bedslime Blues.

Book cover - a boy, holding a package, sitting on the shoulder of his uncle with a car up on a lift in a mechanic's shop in the background. Orange cone and tool boxes below the car.

Just Right - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF

This week's #PPBF is a stunning, heartfelt picture book ode to caregivers and role models impacting children's lives with unconditional love and acceptance.

Photo of author Torrey Maldonado standing in front of a white background.

The Picture Book Buzz - Interview with Torrey Maldonado

Super excited to interview the amazing author Torrey Maldonado about his debut picture book - Just Right.

Collage of photo of author Marilyn Sadler and book cover.

The Picture Book Buzz -Interview w/Marilyn Sadler and Review of The Best Bunny Brother Ever

Excited to interview the amazing author Marilyn Sadler about her special inspiration and insights into her new beginning reader - Best Bunny Brother Ever.

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