Tracy Newman

Tracy Newman has written numerous books for children, including Itzhak: A Boy who Loved the Violin, which won a Schneider Family Honor. Her writing inspiration comes from her adventures raising her children. She lives in Connecticut.

Interview

What was your favorite book when you were a child?: Tales of a Fourth-Grade Nothing
What’s your favorite line from a book?: Then he nibbled a hole in his cocoon, pushed his way out and…he was a beautiful butterfly.
Eric Carle, The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Who are your top three favorite authors or illustrators?: Mo Willems
Sandra Boynton
Richard Scarry
Why did you want to become an author or illustrator?: I love making up stories and playing with words.
Do you have any advice for future authors or illustrators?: Write as much as you can, when you can, even if it’s for just a few minutes at a time. And don’t give up.