Barney Saltzberg has close to 50 picture books published. His books have won numerous awards, including NAPPA Gold Awards, as well as Publishers Weekly and Kirkus Reviews starred reviews. Melinda Gates chose Beautiful Oops! as one of the top three books every child should read. Barney is passionate about working with children, parents, teachers, and organizations on the art of making mistakes and finding play and creativity in our everyday lives.
"Praise for I Want to Be Mad for a While: ""Bold yet gentle in its message, this book gives permission for readers to sit with their feelings."" -- Kirkus Review ""This enjoyable title provides crucial opportunities for discussion and deep insight into children's emotional truths."" -- School Library Journal Praise for Beautiful Oops!: * ""A festive invitation to creative liberation."" -- Kirkus Review, starred review ""Clumsy kids will appreciate Barney Saltzberg's imaginative book, which shows how mistakes (spills, tears, stains) can turn into something wonderful."" -- Parents Magazine"