Category: Author Q&A

Q & A with Cathy Ballou Mealey about her latest picture book, Sloth & Squirrel on Vacation

August 19, 2025

Hi Cathy! Thanks for stopping by For the Love of KidLit to chat about your latest book, Sloth & Squirrel on Vacation 🙂  Sloth & Squirrel in a Pickle introduced us to this heartwarming friendship and now the sequel Sloth & Squirrel on Vacation lets us get to know this pair even more. I read in another interview that you studied famous comic duos … More Q & A with Cathy Ballou Mealey about her latest picture book, Sloth & Squirrel on Vacation

Q & A with author Pauline David-Sax, with a spotlight on her new picture book, The Time Machine

December 11, 2023

Hi Pauline! Thank you so much for agreeing to chat with me about The Time Machine and your work as a writer. I’m excited to dive in… 1) I was so taken with the blurb about The Time Machine that I immediately ordered the book and reached out to you about doing an interview! What … More Q & A with author Pauline David-Sax, with a spotlight on her new picture book, The Time Machine

Q & A with illustrator Diana Sudyka, plus a spotlight on Fungi Grow with a giveaway!

November 3, 2023

Hi Diana! As a science teacher and kidlit lover, I’m so happy to chat with you about your illustrations and books! Let’s jump in… 1) I’m so thankful Maria Gianferrari introduced us. Your illustrations for Fungi Grow are both realistic and enchanting, perfect for a science teacher aiming to capture the interest of young readers in the classroom. … More Q & A with illustrator Diana Sudyka, plus a spotlight on Fungi Grow with a giveaway!

Q & A with PB author Cathy Ballou Mealey and a spotlight on her new book, Make More S’mores!

October 11, 2023

Hi Cathy! I’m so excited to chat with you about writing and more! And I’m thrilled to feature a spotlight on Make More S’mores! The fall is the perfect time to cozy up to a campfire and make s’mores with friends 🙂 1) Your books are so fun and engaging with a variety of adorable animal characters. … More Q & A with PB author Cathy Ballou Mealey and a spotlight on her new book, Make More S’mores!

Q & A with illustrator Monica Mikai, plus a spotlight on Thank a Farmer (with a giveaway)!

September 8, 2023

Hi Monica, thank you for stopping by the blog. I’m so excited to chat with you! Let’s dive in… 1) Thank a Farmer is such a beautifully illustrated book with an important message. I especially love how the art has movement, showing how much hard work goes into the various types of farming. I read … More Q & A with illustrator Monica Mikai, plus a spotlight on Thank a Farmer (with a giveaway)!

Q & A with Maria Gianferrari about her new book Being a Dog: A Tail of Mindfulness (plus a giveaway!)

April 29, 2022

Welcome back to the blog, Maria! It’s always such a pleasure to chat with you about your beautiful books. The title of this new book, Being a Dog: A Tail of Mindfulness really made me smile. How perfect! Anyone that knows about you understands your deep love of dogs and fans of your books will … More Q & A with Maria Gianferrari about her new book Being a Dog: A Tail of Mindfulness (plus a giveaway!)

Q & A with author Harry Harvey, plus a spotlight on his debut novel and a giveaway!

August 20, 2021

Hi Harry! Congrats on the publication of The Summer My Grandmother’s Yard Tried to Kill Me. It is such a pleasure for me to feature your debut novel on my blog! As one of your critique partners, I have LOVED seeing this amazing middle grade story take shape and evolve. Your creative ideas, talent for … More Q & A with author Harry Harvey, plus a spotlight on his debut novel and a giveaway!

Q & A with NYT bestselling author Liz Braswell…plus a giveaway of her latest novel, INTO DARKNESS

April 29, 2021

Hi Liz! Welcome to the blog 🙂 Can you tell us a little bit about INTO DARKNESS and the characters? Into Darkness is the sequel to Stuffed, a book about how Monsters are real and your stuffed animals (Stuffies) really do protect you from them.  Clark and his favorite Stuffy, Foon, go to Camp I … More Q & A with NYT bestselling author Liz Braswell…plus a giveaway of her latest novel, INTO DARKNESS

Q & A with author Heather L. Montgomery with a spotlight on her new NF, Who Gives a Poop? Surprising Science from One End to the Other

November 8, 2020

. I am thrilled to share an interview with nonfiction children’s author Heather L. Montgomery. As a science teacher for elementary students, I can personally attest to the power of her storytelling and the ability of her words to ignite curiosity in the natural world. Her books are truly a wonderful resource for the classroom … More Q & A with author Heather L. Montgomery with a spotlight on her new NF, Who Gives a Poop? Surprising Science from One End to the Other

Q & A with author Maria Gianferrari with a spotlight on Whoo-Ku Haiku: A Great Horned Owl Story…plus a GIVEAWAY!

March 16, 2020

Maria Gianferrari’s beautifully written nonfiction book, Whoo-Ku Haiku: A Great Horned Owl Story, is a lyrical pleasure full of science facts. *** About the book: Stunning illustrations and gorgeous haikus lead young readers through the dramatic life cycle of one of America’s most beloved wild animals. Pip. Pip. Pip. Poking A hole. Cracking. Cracking. Out … More Q & A with author Maria Gianferrari with a spotlight on Whoo-Ku Haiku: A Great Horned Owl Story…plus a GIVEAWAY!