October - 2023

The Backstory

Andrew Hacket

Oct 25, 20237 min read

The Backstory: SIMPLE GIFTS

Today on The Backstory, Author Ann Harrel joins us with her latest book, SIMPLE GIFTS (Clavis Books, 2023) with illustrations by Malgosia...

Andrew Hacket

Oct 18, 20237 min read

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...

Andrew Hacket

Oct 11, 20237 min read

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...

Andrew Hacket

Oct 4, 20237 min read

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...