Kristine A. Lombardi
Author-illustrator of children's picture books, including Crouton (Random House, 2026), Lovey Bunny, Mr. Biddles, and The Grumpy Pets; discusses writing, illustrating, and her path from advertising to children's literature.
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Feb 18, 2026 • 40min
Kristine A. Lombardi, "Crouton: One Cat's Adoption Tale" (Random House, 2026)
Kristine A. Lombardi, author-illustrator of Crouton and other charming picture books, shares her journey from advertising to children’s literature. She talks about telling adoption stories from a cat’s perspective, the pink palette and design choices behind Crouton, memories of her cat Boo, finding an agent, and the persistence required to break into publishing.
