On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Dan Gutman about his newest middle grade novel: THE PICASSO CURSE.

This middle grade novel follows Edwin as he weighs what to do about a million dollar Picasso doodle he found tucked behind his thrift store poster frame. It’s full of art history and action and I devoured it in a single sitting. 

Come listen as we talk about the ideas Dan had for the book that finally came together, the What-If questions that drive the reader into the book, the relatable decision anxiety the main character faces and the ending that you’ll love to hate. 

Here are the books mentioned in this episode. You’ll find links to my Amazon and Bookshop affiliate stores below. Thanks for your bookish support!

THE PICASSO CURSE by Dan Gutman (Amazon / Bookshop)

Here’s where you can find Dan online: 

Website: https://dangutman.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dangutmanbooks 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100044640840126# 

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dangutmanbooks.bsky.social 

I’d love to know what you think of this episode. Share your comments below!