Kelly Blewett
A Mother, a Daughter, and a Graphic Memoir About Heartbreak
Cincinnati-based Suzy Hopkins and Hallie Bateman partner as writer/illustrator on a real-life guide to healing, “What to Do When You Get Dumped.”
When Pig Paintings Fly
Artist in Residence John Lanzador teaches kids the joy of creativity in his exhibition and workshops at the Cincinnati Art Museum.
Why Melanie Moore Drives the Book Bus
The former teacher sends her love of reading out into the world one brand-new book donation at a time.
Loren Long Closes in on G.O.A.T. Status
The accomplished illustrator finds inspiration for his new picture book in a broken-down school bus and a herd of goats.
Remembering the Reds’ No-No Miracle Worker
Robert Skead publishes a children’s novel to help keep Johnny Vander Meer and his unbreakable pitching record in the public eye.
How Lisa Ampleman Became a Mom in Space
Her new book of poetry mixes personal themes of birth and loss with explorations of NASA, Star Trek, lunar cycles, and Neil Armstrong.
The Book Bus Stars in Her Own Picture Book
Melanie Moore celebrates the amazing story of Tilly the Book Bus with a book release party on March 2.
Duane Lundy Lends Us His Ear for Great Music
In his new guide book, the psychology professor uses 12 criteria to evaluate the best rock albums and songs of all time.
Writer Urges Protestant Churches to Reckon With Clergy Abuse
Writer Sarah Stankorb interviews sexual abuse advocate Christa Brown November 11 at Wyoming Baptist Church.
Of Loren Long We Sing
The children’s book illustrator grounds his work in a Cincinnati and Midwest aesthetic that authors from Barack Obama to Madonna to Amanda Gorman love being associated with.