Winne Years

I was excited to have the chance to interview Beegee Topla. She is the very talented illustrator behind THE WINNIE YEARS series’ covers and has illustrated picture books, such as EVERYONE SAYS I LOVE YOU and THE SMALLEST TREE. Middle Grade Mafia: When you get hired to illustrate cover and/or interior art, do you read the book or skim to get an idea? Beegee Topla: If they give me the manuscript, and the deadline for the art permits, yes, [...]