Sourcebooks head of the IP children’s editorial group Karen Shapiro died suddenly and unexpectedly, the company said. Shapiro originated the How to Catch picture books and developed top sellers Welcome Little One, Little Red Sleigh, and books with Sesame Workshop. “Karen truly understood how great stories impact children everywhere, and she inspired everyone in her orbit with her boundless enthusiasm,” publisher and ceo Dominique Raccah said. “Karen made work—made our lives—more fun. We are better for having worked with her, and laughed with her. Karen was perhaps one the most influential modern children’s book creators. She was our friend, our […]
