Songwriter-turned-author Jimmy Dunne shares his debut picture book, The Shepherd's Story, a new take on the nativity tale, illustrated by Ivan Kravets. (Sponsored.)

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PW%C2%A0KidsCast: A Conversation with Jimmy Dunne

Author, activist, and pastor Michael W. Waters speaks with PW KidsCast about his new picture book, For Beautiful Black Boys Who Believe in a Better World, illustrated by Keisha Morris, about one Black family's response to racism and gun violence. (Sponsored.)

PW%C2%A0KidsCast: A Conversation with Michael W. Waters

Tracy Deonn discusses her debut YA novel, Legendborn, first in a fantasy series inspired by King Arthur, with a dose of Black Girl Magic. (Sponsored.)

PW%C2%A0KidsCast: A Conversation with Tracy Deonn

Jorma Taccone, member of The Lonely Island sketch comedy group, discusses his debut picture book, 'Little Fox and the Wild Imagination,' illustrated by Dan Santat. (Sponsored.)

PW%C2%A0KidsCast: A Conversation with Jorma Taccone

Author Supriya Kelkar speaks with PW KidsCast about her new middle grade novel, American as Paneer Pie, and drawing inspiration from her experience as a first generation Indian American. (Sponsored.)

PW%C2%A0KidsCast: A Conversation with Supriya Kelkar

YA author and law professor Antony Barone Kolenc discusses his Medieval mystery series, kicking off with Shadow in the Dark. (Sponsored.)

PW%C2%A0KidsCast: A Conversation with Antony Barone Kolenc

Author Lauren DeStefano and illustrator Gaia Cornwall discuss their new picture book, The Unicorn Came to Dinner, and helping kids manage their everyday anxieties. (Sponsored.)

PW%C2%A0KidsCast: A Conversation with Lauren DeStefano and Gaia Cornwall

Author Robert Repino talks with PW KidsCast about his first venture into middle-grade fantasy, 'Spark and the League of Ursus,' and drawing inspiration from favorite childhood films.

PW KidsCast: A Conversation with Robert Repino

Representatives from Simmons University’s Center for the Study of Children’s Literature in Boston speak with us about the program, and the joys of studying children’s books from a literary and historical perspective.Cathryn M. Mercier, PhD (l.), and Dana Chidiac

PW KidsCast: A Conversation with Simmons University

Author, illustrator, and motivational speaker Jason Tharp discusses his new picture book, ‘It’s Okay to Be a Unicorn!,’ and the importance of self-worth, with PW KidsCast.

PW KidsCast: A Conversation with Jason Tharp

Author and former NFL running back Rashad Jennings talks with PW KidsCast about his new book, ‘Arcade and the Golden Travel Guide,’ expanding his middle grade adventure series, and reaching reluctant readers.

PW KidsCast: A Conversation with Rashad Jennings

Author Fiona Basile speaks with PW KidsCast about her debut picture book, ‘Shhh... God Is in the Silence,’ and the power of mindful contemplation.

PW KidsCast: A Conversation with Fiona Basile

Julia Drake joins PW KidsCast to discuss her debut YA novel, ‘The Last True Poets of the Sea,’ her love of theater, and bringing Shakespeare’s ‘Twelfth Night’ into the modern day.

PW KidsCast: A Conversation with Julia Drake

Erin Barker speaks with PW KidsCast about her first solo picture book, 'Mr. Pumpkin's Tea Party.'

PW KidsCast: A Conversation with Erin Barker

Brittney Morris speaks with PW KidsCast about her debut YA novel, ‘SLAY,’ the magic of ‘Black Panther,’ and imagining inclusive spaces for videogamers.

PW KidsCast: A Conversation with Brittney Morris

Interviews with children's and YA authors conducted by Publishers Weekly children's editor Emma Kantor.

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