Why should parents read to their kids?

Why should parents read to their kids? Click here to visit Just One More Book and listen to Cyd's interview (click on the Play button on the podcast)


More stuff...to explore...to read...to enjoy!

Download some of Cyd's artwork that you can color yourself!

Help Willow color
in a big fish bowl		 Draw what you think sits next
to Willow on the bench!

Finish this fancy feathered
bird from Willow


The Ape from
I Love You, Stinky Face		 The Cow from
What Is the Moon Full of?

Mildred Mildew from
Alice and Greta

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Ever wonder what illustrators and authors like to read?
Go to Cyd's bookshelves here!


Read an interview with author Lisa McCourt and Cyd right here!

Have questions about working with an illustrator? Wondering how to get published? Get answers here!!!

"The Space Between the Words: Why Picture Book Writers Need to Let Illustrators Do Their Thing" by Barb Odanaka
After interviewing several illustrators--David Small, Joe Cepeda, Cyd Moore, Dan Yaccarino and Frazee--I am officially enlightened.
Here's why: Imagine if the tables were turned. You, the writer, are handed a set of pictures and told to supply the words. But wait! The illustrator has supplied you with detailed suggestions for plot, character and theme. You try to concentrate on your own vision for the book, but you can’t get those suggestions out of your mind. Argh!" read more...

If you haven't had enough about Cyd, here are a few more places to look:


Check out further information about Cyd on the Picturebook website:


Click here for more links to other great sites

SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators)
Excellent organization for beginning children's book authors and illustrators
You might have a chapter in your area. Join for advice and inspiration!

Helpful sites for legal information for artists. Get educated about copyright and other issues for illustrators:

The Graphic Artists' Guild

The Illustrators' Partnership


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