Joanna Marple
In my 20's, with only my guitar and a rucksack, I wandered the continents, immersing myself in the lives of some wonderful people, projects and stories, which changed the way I view my responsibility to others and this earth. Right now I'm a European transplant in the US who writes books for children and young adults. Stories can help us not only navigate our world but can connect us to others, and allow us to inspire and help each other. I believe that equity and empathy should be at the core of our all actions, words, and stories. I am also a school librarian and I get a kick out of book-matchmaking! And I use the pronouns she/her.
Diverse Children’s Books
12×12 Challenge
Monthly Archives: April 2013
Big River’s Daughter – Book Recommendation
Title: Big River’s Daughter Author: Bobbi Miller Published by Holiday House, April 2013 Ages: 8+ Themes: Mississippi, historical fiction, tall tales, buccaneers, strong women, Annie Christmas, Mike Finke, river boats, adventure Opening lines: “This here story is all true, as … Continue reading
Infinity and Me – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Infinity and Me Written by Kate Hosford Illustrated by Gabi Swiatkowska Published by Carolrhoda Books, 2012 Cybils finalist, 2012 Ages: 5-8 Themes: grandmothers, infinity, schools, math Opening lines: The night I got my new red shoes, I couldn’t wait to wear them to … Continue reading
Kidlitosphere 2013 Progressive Poem
I have been munching on leftover chocolate birthday cake hoping the cocoa buzz would inspire my contribution to The Progressive Poem, which has become a National Poetry Month tradition, after just two years! Yay for poets and poetry, I say! … Continue reading
