On this edition of Conversations, David Shannon talks with host Dan Skinner about his latest children’s picture book, “Gold,” which is a retelling of the King Midas story. Shannon is the author and illustrator of 35 books for children. His book “No, David!” was a Caldecott Honor Book, and his second “New York Times” Best Illustrated Book of the Year.
Conversations: David Shannon, "Gold!"
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