
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
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Kids & FamilyArtsBooks | |||

We're excited for this one! Today, Emma Walton Hamilton interviews 2026 Superstar Speaker Derrick Barnes!
Before the New York Times Bestsellers and all the awards, Derrick Barnes almost quit writing picture books altogether. In this interview, he ... more
We have some amazing workshops coming to Picture Book Summit 2026. How do we know they will be so great? Our Founders are our Workshop presenters this year!
Listen in to find out more about these workshops:
Hook, Line, or... Stinker? Discover ... more
The team comes together to announce the Superstar Speakers for Picture Book Summit 2026! It's an exciting lineup and we can't wait to share it with YOU.
Discover what they'll be teaching at this year's Summit and why we're just so excited to bring ... more
It's Episode 100!! We're celebrating with a trip down memory lane, including a few of our favorite presentations, behind-the-scenes moments, and what we've learned along the way!
Books mentioned in this episode:
• On Account of the Gum by Adam... more
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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 ❤️
Love this podcast but christ that song is annoying
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!
Love the short format with snippets of extremely useful information. Thanks and can’t wait to hear more.
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!
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The show centers on the craft, illustration, and publishing of picture books, often drawn from keynote talks and presentations at a global online conference for picture book creators. Episodes regularly explore collaboration between authors and illustrators, practical editing and feedback workflows, constructing engaging back matter, navigating submissions and agent relationships, and strategies for pitching big ideas to young readers. A notable pattern across episodes is a warm, community-minded approach that blends practical craft tips with behind-the-scenes stories from established creators, editors, and educators, making it valuable for aspiring authors, illustrators, and publishing professionals seeking actionable guidance and industry... more
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Recent guests on Picture Book Summit Podcast include:
1. Derek Barnes
2. Deborah Underwood
3. Brian Lees
4. Mac Barnett
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8. Vashti Harrison
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