Denise Fleming Reviews

Denise Fleming won a Caldecott Honor for In the Small, Small Pond. She is the author and illustrator of over twenty picture books, such as Buster, Lunch, Alphabet Under Construction, and Time to Sleep. Her latest books are Maggie and Michael Get Dressed and 5 Little Ducks—check out the publication trailers! Discover related activities for each of her books at www.denisefleming.com.

***INTERVIEW***
Q: Where did you develop?
A: I grew up in Toledo,Ohio, where I live still. I am a midwestern girl.

Q: What's your earliest memory of writing/drawing?
A: It seems like I was constantly writing and drawing. I wished to share my ideas from the beginning. A bit I'm I.

Q: What inspired you to write/illustrate your first publication?
A: I began gathering picture books in art school. I was crazy about the entire movie book format. As I shared books that making books is exactly what I had to perform, I realized.

Q: What are the hobbies and pursuits besides books and reading?
A: I work in clay, then make artwork from tin cans, and make art dolls. I am working on blending all three media. I also dye and paint fabric.
Planting flowers and painting the exterior of my home and studio is what I am busy doing right now.

Q: What two or three words of advice would you give for youthful authors/illustrators?
A: Experiment with different styles and media.

DecisionFrom Macmillan's Denise Fleming page.

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