2018

Julie told me she was working on a book about kids exploring an abandoned house. My friends and I did just that when we were kids. I told her, “I’m in.”

For much of this book I used an Andy Warhol technique of drawing with ink on vellum, then pressing it wet into watercolor paper to get an uneven “blobby” line.

—Lane

A Boston Globe Best Children’s Book of 2018

A New York Times Best Illustrated Book of 2018

★ STARRED

It is all perfectly seamless; words and art are interwoven in a dance that enchants. Inventive and lovely.

Kirkus

★ STARRED

Acclaimed author Julie Fogliano offers up lyrical, free verse text that blends stunningly with Caldecott Honor winner Lane Smith's amazing illustrations to create a timeless feel and an outstanding picture book.

Booklist

★ STARRED

Stirring to the eye and the spirit, this evocative book repays frequent readings. Perfect for one-on-one sharing.

School Library Journal

A chat with Molly and Lane about A House That Once Was at Let’s Talk Picture Books