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Sep 6, 2026 50 min

273 Billy Thao, Kidlit Illustrator

from My Creative Life for Artists and Creators Hosted by Nancy Miller

Hi Everyone! It was wonderful to interview Bill Thao, kidlit illustrator. Here is more about Billy: Billy Thao is a Hmong American children's illustrator represented by Molly O'Neil at Root Literary. Thao started his career as a fine artist and has participated in groups and duo art exhibitions. In 2021, his debut picture book, "Yang Warriors," written by acclaimed author, Kao Kalia Yang was published by University of Minnesota Press. In addition, he has collaborated with the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators and Northern Festival. When he is not working on projects, he enjoys mind and body activities, reading, and daydreaming of exciting stories. Visit Billy's website.

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