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Picture Book Summit Podcast

Picture Book Summit
Picture Books
Children's Literature
Picture Book Summit
Storytelling
Publishing Industry
Character Development
Illustrations
Writing Process
Back Matter
Picture Book Writing
Read-Aloudability
Art Education
Illustration Techniques
Visual Storytelling
Empathy
Writing
Julie Andrews
Publishing
Literary Citizenship
Manuscript Submissions

Welcome to the Picture Book Summit Podcast where we share insight on the craft of writing, illustrating, and publishing picture books from the industry's best and brightest. Each episode is an excerpt from a keynote or presentation given at Picture Book Summit, the annual world-class online conference for picture book writers and illustrators around the globe that takes place every October. Our go... more

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Latest Episodes

Kelli Panique started as a strictly behind-the-scenes support person with Picture Book Summit and has grown into our host and producer. In this episode, Kelli shares how she's been inspired to start writing her own picture book manuscripts after list... more

Our own Emma Walton Hamilton was previously an editor of a children's imprint and even her mind was blown when Little, Brown editor Alvina Ling came to Picture Book Summit and pulled back the curtain on what really goes on in editorial and acquisitio... more

In today's podcast, Julie Hedlund gives us an in-depth look at writing a picture book biography and how Lesa Cline-Ransome's presentation, Speak Their Truth: Conveying the Voice of Picture Book Biography Subjects, helped her move her manuscript from ... more

In today's podcast, Katie Davis dives into rhyming picture books, how listening to Julie Hedlund's workshop Verse Curse changed the way she views rhyme, and what she wants you to know if you're writing in rhyme! Including tons of tips you can use tod... more

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Recent Guests

Alvina Ling
Editor and Publisher (Alvina Ling Books, imprint of Little, Brown Books for Young Readers)
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Episode: 108 - What Emma Learned About Acquisitions at Picture Book Summit
Brian Lees
New York Times bestselling author, illustrator and Caldecott honoree
Greenwillow/HarperCollins (as discussed)
Episode: 105 - Brian Lies Says You Should Keep Writing
Deborah Underwood
New York Times bestselling author known for The Loud Book and The Quiet Book; portrayed in discussion as a keynote speaker
Author
Episode: 104 - Getting Honest with Deborah Underwood
Derrick Barnes
Multi award-winning picture book author; keynote speaker at Picture Book Summit 2026
Self-employed author; collaborator with various illustrators
Episode: 103 - Derrick Barnes Doesn't Quit
Derek Barnes
New York Times best-selling, multi-award-winning author
Author (Crown, I Am Every Good Thing, The King of Kindergarten)
Episode: 101 - Superstar Speaker Reveal 2026
Mac Barnett
Author and collaborator with Jon Klassen on multiple picture books
Author
Episode: 095 - Jon Klassen and Mac Barnett Find Themselves in a Triangle
Jon Klassen
Author and collaborator with Mac Barnett on multiple picture books
Author
Episode: 095 - Jon Klassen and Mac Barnett Find Themselves in a Triangle
Susan Verde
New York Times bestselling author and elementary school teacher known for her I Am series.
Episode: 082 - Picture Book Summit 2025 Speaker Reveal
Jason Chin
Caldecott medal-winning author and illustrator known for his non-fiction works.
Episode: 082 - Picture Book Summit 2025 Speaker Reveal

Hosts

Julie Hedlund
Host of Picture Book Summit Podcast; Wordplay expert and presenter at Picture Book Summit
Emma Walton Hamilton
Host of the Picture Book Summit Podcast; co-founder involvement noted
Kelly Panique
Host of the Picture Book Summit Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • I feel less alone!

    Just discovered this podcast and I’m so impressed by the wealth of information offered, across all aspects of the children’s publishing industry. I am an advocate for picture book appreciation and this is my tribe ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr Lara Cain Gray
    Australiaa year ago
  • wow

    Love this podcast but christ that song is annoying

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    A Laura Borealis
    Australia3 years ago
  • Helpful!

    Although I’ve been writing picture books for five years, there’s always more to learn! The clips may be short, but they’re packed with helpful information!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    On ral
    United States4 years ago
  • Really helpful!

    Love the short format with snippets of extremely useful information. Thanks and can’t wait to hear more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shana Gorian
    United States4 years ago
  • I love this podcast, however...

    Could you add episodes more often and make this podcast longer than 10-20 minutes? I’m excited to hear from more picture book author and artists, especially while we stay home. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tbird7591
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners praise the compact, actionable craft tips across episodes.
The show reliably delivers industry context and inspiration for picture book creators.
Guest lineups and topics frequently spark ideas for manuscript improvement.
Some want longer episodes, but content quality remains high and practical.

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105 - Brian Lies Says You Should Keep Writing
Q: What do you hope writers will take away from your session?
The takeaway centers on practical guidance drawn from years of experience: keep writing, push for authenticity in both text and illustrations, and embrace various paths to publication rather than waiting for a single outcome.
102 - Our 2026 Winning Workshops!
Q: Why did you decide to focus on hooks as a workshop topic right now?
Agents and editors are actively looking for books with multiple hooks—both kid-facing and adult-facing—so the session aims to give writers practical ways to identify and develop several hooks without crowding the manuscript, thereby increasing marketability.
104 - Getting Honest with Deborah Underwood
Q: So the first question I want to ask you is, it sounds to me from this description that you don't necessarily know what a book wants to be when you get an idea. Is that true? And how do you navigate that without giving us too much?
The process varies; sometimes the idea starts clearly, other times it remains murky for a long time. Writers often oscillate between exploring possibilities and waiting for the form to reveal itself, and this is a normal part of finding the story's true shape.
088 - The State of the Picture Book Publishing
Q: What can we control as writers in such a tough publishing climate?
Writers can focus on their craft, continue writing, build a community, and be active literary citizens.
080 - Interview with Julie Andrews and Emma Walton Hamilton
Q: Could you share what your research and revision process is like?
We do a lot of research, hiring consultants if necessary, and revising constantly to tighten our drafts.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Picture Book Summit Podcast

What is Picture Book Summit Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Craft-focused conversations about creating, illustrating, and publishing picture books, with a strong emphasis on craft techniques, collaboration, and the publishing market. Episodes frequently dissect voice, rhythm in rhyme, page turns, and visual storytelling, often featuring keynote-style talks, craft demonstrations, and discussions of lasting creative processes. Noteworthy is the consistent spotlight on practical takeaways for writers and illustrators, plus a community-driven emphasis around the annual Picture Book Summit, making it a valuable resource for attendees and potential guests alike.

A standout aspect is the recurring exploration of authentic voice, collaborative workflows between author-illustrator pairs, and a practical, ha... more

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Recent guests on Picture Book Summit Podcast include:

1. Alvina Ling
2. Brian Lees
3. Deborah Underwood
4. Derrick Barnes
5. Derek Barnes
6. Mac Barnett
7. Jon Klassen
8. Susan Verde

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