Phyllis Root Series

Phyllis Root views picture books as performances that invite a child's participation, a concept that liberated her approach to wordplay and rhythm. This perspective shines through in her rollicking stories, many of which were inspired by the colloquialisms of her upbringing and the active process of writing. Her works are celebrated for their read-aloud quality, characterized by a masterful use of rhythm and sound that brings characters and narratives vividly to life. Root excels at crafting diverse tones, from serene lullabies to boisterous tales, often emerging from extensive rewriting and a playful engagement with language.