A gentle reminder that calm can be learned — and that it’s okay to try more than one way to find it. In this One-on-One with Danna Smith, the author of ZENGUIN, she shares how her newest picture book opens meaningful conversations about anxiety, self-soothing, community, and belonging for young readers navigating a noisy world. 🐧💙 From drawing inspiration from her own childhood memories to collaborating closely with illustrator Sydney Hanson, Danna reflects on the heart behind her stories — and offers thoughtful advice for the grown-ups encouraging future writers, dreamers, and storytellers. 🌱📚 Featured Here: Danna Smith (dannasmithbooks), author of ZENGUIN | Workman Kids (workmanpubkids) [🎨 Graphics by Krysten Winkler (adrop_oflife) | 📋 Outreach by Kristi Eskew (kristi_eskew87) | 🖋️ Article by Kaley Johnson (kaleyjohnson.laura)] . . . #AuthorInterview #ChildrensBooks #PictureBooks #KidsLit #Bookstagram