Press Kit

Short bio

Ryan G. Van Cleave is the author of more than 100 books, Editorial Director and Head of Strategic Alliances at Bushel & Peck Books, a longtime college writing professor, and the voice behind Only Picture Books. As The Picture Book Doctor™, he helps writers, celebrities, and other public figures create stories for kids and bring them to life on the page, stage, and screen.

Medium bio

Dr. Ryan G. Van Cleave is an author, speaker, editor, and writing professor whose work spans publishing, teaching, and creative coaching. He is the author of more than 100 books for children and adults, serves as Editorial Director and Head of Strategic Alliances at Bushel & Peck Books, runs Only Picture Books, and contributes to Writer’s Digest. Through his work as The Picture Book Doctor™, he helps writers and high-profile clients develop stories for kids, and his talks draw on real editorial experience, practical craft knowledge, and a clear sense of how the industry actually works.

Long bio

Dr. Ryan G. Van Cleave has built a career at the intersection of writing, teaching, editing, and publishing. He earned a PhD and has taught writing at colleges and universities for more than twenty years. Today, he serves as Editorial Director and Head of Strategic Alliances at Bushel & Peck Books, runs the Only Picture Books blog, and works with writers and public figures as The Picture Book Doctor™ to bring stories for kids to life on the page, stage, and screen. Ryan is the author of more than 100 books for children and adults, and he speaks to writers, educators, students, and creative professionals on topics including publishing, voice, revision, research, proposals, and the business of creative work.