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The unique and enduring illustrative art of Tomie DePaola

February 20, 2023 Paul Senz 4

Tomie DePaola was one of the most prolific and influential children’s authors and illustrators who ever lived. He wrote and/or illustrated more than 270 books, including Caldecott Honor and Newbery Honor winners. He was also […]

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Beautiful Catholic picture books for your children or godchildren

June 5, 2021 Rachel Hoover Canto 2

When my youngest brother was born, the hospital signed him up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a program in which children receive free books in the mail from birth until age five. This is a […]

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A beautiful, enchanting children’s book about “the good thief”

March 20, 2021 Anne Hendershott 2

Creating a children’s book about forgiveness and redemption is not an easy task. And illustrating a children’s picture book with images of the crucifixion and the promise of eternal salvation is even harder. But bestselling […]

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New book of saints for children revels in the miraculous and mysterious

May 16, 2020 Catherine Harmon 3

Children’s books on the lives of the saints aren’t hard to find. The market is full of them—some good, some mediocre, some dreadful. The caliber of the writing varies wildly, as does the quality of […]

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“To be a part of kids’ imaginative world is a gift”

June 7, 2019 Paul Senz 2

Catholic readers most likely recognize Raymond Arroyo from his work on EWTN, in particular his weekly show The World Over with Raymond Arroyo. He is a regular Fox News contributor, has written for numerous outlets, […]

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“Kids want a story they can sink their teeth into”: Raymond Arroyo on writing for young readers

March 7, 2017 Paul Senz 1

Raymond Arroyo has worked for the Associated Press, the New York Observer, and as founding news director, managing editor, and lead anchor for EWTN News. He has interviewed cardinals, politicians, presidents, actors, authors, and more. […]

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