The Picture Book Proclamation

Several picture book authors and illustrators got together recently and signed this proclamation, penned by Mac Barnett and illustrated by Carson Ellis. It's a refreshing take on what writers and illustrators need to do to produce interesting, beautiful and relevant books for children in a time when publishing is changing fast. This is a good reminder that "Children's books merit grown-up conversation," and "Grown-up conversation does not mean asking kids to leave the room." "Every day we make new children-- Let us also make new children's books."

Click through for a more legible version, and check out the fresh and lovely books of some of the authors listed at the bottom of the page. Thank you to Carson Ellis for bringing attention to the Proclamation through her blog.