I first got to know Margaret through our involvement with the Debut Picture Book Study Group. And now I'm thrilled that we're both members of #Epic18, a group of authors and illustrators with debut picture books releasing in 2018. I absolutely love Margaret's book, MAXIMILLIAN VILLAINOUS, illustrated by Lesley Breen Withrow, and I can't wait to add a copy to my picture book collection! Here are Margaret's thoughts on stories . . . creativity . . . and connection. STORIES – D

I'm delighted to feature Nancy Churnin on the blog today! I first worked with Nancy when she was a featured author in the Debut Picture Book Study Group, and then we met in person at the North Texas SCBWI Conference in September, 2017. In fact, I won a copy of her beautiful book Manjhi Moves a Mountain because I travelled the farthest distance to attend the conference! Here are Nancy's thoughts about stories . . . creativity . . . and connection. STORIES – Discuss what inspir