Because Barbara

Join renowned picture book creator Barbara Cooney on a journey from New York to Maine, the shores of Greece to the mountains of Appalachia, as she transforms her love for the world into stunning illustrations and beloved children's books. This engaging picture book biography, narrated by Sarah Mackenzie, highlights Cooney's dedication to making her local library a paradise and showcases her celebrated works, including "Miss Rumphius" and "Ox-Cart Man." Discover the artistic legacy of one of America’s most cherished children’s book illustrators.