Barbara Herkert Shares the Hidden
Stories Behind Historical Picture Books
Award-winning children’s author Barbara
Herkert joins Northwest Book Talk to share the stories behind her
beautifully crafted historical and biographical picture books. Known for titles
that bring history, art, and overlooked voices to life for young readers,
Barbara discusses her passion for uncovering the “hidden gems” in people’s
lives and turning them into meaningful stories that inspire curiosity and
resilience.
In this thoughtful conversation, Barbara
shares how her background in biology, art, and children’s literature influences
her writing, the research process behind her books, and what it takes to
transform complex history into engaging picture books for children. We also
explore her newest release, Heronry, inspired by nesting great blue
herons on the Olympic Peninsula, along with insights into publishing, school
visits, and encouraging creativity in young readers.
Barbara will also be part of the
upcoming Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest, where readers can meet her,
explore her books, and learn more about the stories and people who inspire her
work. It’s a conversation filled with creativity, history, and heart.