Happy book birthday by mouse & frog!

This morning Gretchen Welk and I had the privilege of celebrating Deborah Freedman's new book:  by mouse & frog WITH author and illustrator Deborah Freedman herself!

We listened to her read the story (and show the delightful pictures) and also had the opportunity to ask questions.  Mrs. Welk's Firsties had great questions.  (I really want to look inside that drawer at your house, Deborah, and explore all the little books you've made!

 Enjoy the tweets, vines, & pictures below from our time together.

. @DeborahFreedman says she is a writer who thinks in pictures! Love seeing her sketch book & hearing about her inspiration @WelkGretchen
— Sherry Gick (@LibraryFanatic) April 14, 2015

Why are the characters named for animal names? @DeborahFreedman says that lets the readers decide! @WelkGretchen #RESBuzz #Firsties
— Sherry Gick (@LibraryFanatic) April 14, 2015

Why did you decide to be an author @DeborahFreedman? First an architect & then began making books for her children! pic.twitter.com/Jv4nNIdekT
— Sherry Gick (@LibraryFanatic) April 14, 2015

So powerful for students to hear from published authors about brainstorming and the process! @DeborahFreedman was so kind to share today!
— Gretchen Welk (@WelkGretchen) April 14, 2015

Funnest morning ever. Cake and Ice Cream for All! @LibraryFanatic @WelkGretchen @HopewellLibrary @HoltReads
— Deborah Freedman (@DeborahFreedman) April 14, 2015

Thanks again Deborah Freedman -- we LOVE your books!