Comments on: Behind the Picture Book Grama’s Hug with Author and Illustrator Amy Nielander and Editor Courtney Burke

By: Rhys Keller

Rhys Keller — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 19:07:30 +0000

In reply to Luisa H. Thank you, Luisa! She is such a talented artist.

By: Luisa H

Luisa H — Fri, 20 Dec 2019 15:00:46 +0000

I love those illustrations

By: Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez

Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 10:11:03 +0000

In reply to Rhys Keller. Aw, you're welcome, it's such an easy community to support, and thank YOU for being such a wonderful supporter too!

By: Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez

Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 10:09:41 +0000

In reply to anielander. Aw, you're too sweet! My debut book is on hold and I'm on sub right now with my passion project, so crossing my fingers I can share something with you soon! Can't wait to read yours!

By: anielander

anielander — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 17:28:03 +0000

In reply to Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts Kaitlyn! Yes – pen pals would be a great activity for schools! And I’m so glad your sister’s friend was safe in NY. I appreciate your support and hope you enjoy the picture books! I look forward to learning about your PB stories!

By: Rhys Keller

Rhys Keller — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 05:11:29 +0000

In reply to Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez. Thank you for sharing such a warm comment, Kaitlyn, and for being such a wonderful writing community supporter.

By: Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez

Kaitlyn Leann Sanchez — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 03:59:46 +0000

What an amazing interview, thanks so much for hosting, Rhys. I really enjoyed how Amy is so open and honest about everything. The inspiration for both books and her persistence is amazing. Pen pals were so cool back in elementary school, I wonder if schools still do this. I always recall that my sister’s pen pal was in NY and we were so concerned about her during 9/11 and we’re so relieved when she responded she was okay. I cannot wait to read both of Amy’s beautiful books. I also adored how Courtney fell in love with the characters’ relationship and that one spread that really showed that stayed pretty consistent throughout revisions. So much great info here, thanks all!