Writer's Room with Frances Mackay and Rick LeCouteur

In episode 137 Veronica and Laurie are in the Writer"s Room with wonderful picture book authors Frances Mackay and Richard LeCouteur. Both generously share their experience, their passion for picture books, tips for educating and entertaining children, and advice for authors. Intro - 0:57 Frances Mackay Bio - 3:25 Richard LeCouteur Bio - 6:35 Children"s books and resources 12:25 Book Spotlight - Nate"s Noisy Nose - Frances Mackay - children"s picture book - 19:09 Book Spotlight - Nasty names are hurtful - Richard LeCouteur - children"s picture book - 20:14 Finding the right illustrator - 22:06 Teacher resource children"s book catalogue - 38:22 (https://booksforteachers.mailerpage.com/) Share your writing process - 43:33 Advice for children"s picture book writers - 56:46 Support the show Thanks for listening. Visit australianbooklovers.com to learn more.