Ginger Park is an award-winning author of many books for children that reflect her Korean heritage. Awards include the International Reading Association’s Children’s Book Award, Paterson Prize for Books for Young People, Bank Street College Award, and a Junior Library Guild Selection, among others.

Guest Speaker, School Visits, Children's Author, Children's FictionJeff YeshFebruary 17, 2025Picture book, Children's Fiction, Grades K-6, Picture books, children's literature, middle grade, young adult, historical fiction, diversity

Tabitha Flax – Children's book author, artist, global speaker

Tabitha Flax is a children's author passionate about celebrating individuality, embracing differences, and fostering connections. Inspired by the joys and challenges of raising her own identical twin boys, Tabitha's stories bring a unique perspective to children's literature, creating inclusive spaces where twins and their families feel seen, understood, and celebrated. Her debut book, Ollie and Sam: Not Two of a Kind, explores themes of self-confidence, teamwork, and the importance of being true to oneself. Tabitha's writing reflects her dedication to helping children discover the magic of being themselves while learning the value of standing together.

Author, Guest Speaker, School VisitsJeff YeshDecember 16, 2024Picture book, Children's Fiction, Bullying, Self-Esteem, Kindness, Grades K-6, Middle School, Community Programs, Family/ Parenting/Grandparenting/Adoption, Literature, Creativity, Youth Issues

Shain Stodt - Children's book author and illustrator, speaker

David Hillman, Author, Illustrator, Publisher of Picture books! My goal for a visit is to engage and have fun! Starting with a little bit of my background, who I am, what I do, why I do it, and what exactly is a picture book. Explaining what it takes to create a book, taking them through the step-by-step process, and then taking any questions.

Children's Author, Illustrator, Guest SpeakerJeff YeshJune 19, 2024Picture book, Children's Fiction, Art/Artist, Creativity, Humor, Animals/Wildlife, Bullying, Communication, Nature, Self-Esteem, Grades K-6, Animal Welfare

Sabinah Adewole - Children’s Author, Poet

Sabinah Adewole is a member of the Barking Foxes poetry group, the National Poetic library UK, a member of the Society of Authors UK, The Haiku Society of America and the Christian independent Publishing Agency -CIPA. Topics I share include: My writing career, what inspires my writing, my children’s books, my passion for letting children ‘believe in themselves’, how you can become an author, and reciting some of my poems.

Author, Guest Speaker, School Visits, Virtual VisitsJeff YeshMay 22, 2024Grades K-3, Picture book, Children's Fiction, Preschool

Jodi Dee - Children’s Author, Motivational Speaker, SEL

Author Jodi Dee offers free week-long lesson plans for all her picture book stories, and will speak on those themes or do a writing workshop! Her books touch themes on of self-love and awareness, energy, self-confidence, and empowerment, targeting SEL curriculums.

Author, Guest Speaker, Publisher, School Visits, Virtual VisitsJeff YeshMay 8, 2024Grades K-3, Picture book, Children's Fiction, Publishing, Preschool, Animals, Bullying, Environmental Issues, Holidays, Self-Esteem, Self-Help/Self-Improvement, Youth Issues

David Hillman – Publisher, Creative Director, Author, Illustrator

David Hillman, Author, Illustrator, Publisher of Picture books! My goal for a visit is to engage and have fun! Starting with a little bit of my background, who I am, what I do, why I do it, and what exactly is a picture book. Explaining what it takes to create a book, taking them through the step-by-step process, and then taking any questions.

Author, Artist, Guest Speaker, Publisher, School Visits, Virtual VisitsJeff YeshApril 19, 2024Grades K-3, New York, Picture book, Children's Fiction, Art/Artist, Creativity, Humor, Publishing

Miki Taylor – Children's Author, Publisher

My professional career includes 14+ years as an award-winning travel agency owner, 25+ years in the accounting industry, and now, a best-selling, award winning fantabulous children’s author. I have always dreamed of writing children’s books and changing lives, but the timing was never right until now.

Children's Author, Publisher, Guest Speaker, School Visits, Virtual Visits, Children's FictionJeff YeshOctober 25, 2023Children's Author, Publisher, Guest Speaker, School Visits, Virtual Visits, Picture book, Preschool, Grades K-3

Preethi Saravanakumar, Children's Author, Poetry, Nonfiction

Preethi Saravanakumar is a software developer by profession. Writing poetry remains her major passion; she also writes children’s literature.

Author, Virtual VisitsJeff YeshJune 27, 2023Picture Book, Children's Fiction, Self-Help/Self-Improvement, Adult Non-Fiction, Adult Fiction, Animals/Wildlife, Nature, Poetry, Religion/Spirituality

Jeffrey Lindberg, Children's illustrator/author

Children’s illustrator Jeffrey Lindberg has created beautiful painterly illustrations for all genres of children’s books. Once a longtime resident of Brooklyn who visited Coney Island from time to time, this magical place provided him the idea to author a children’s book.