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
Cybils 2012
Tag Archives: illustrators
Happy New Year From My Pen/Keyboard/Paintbrush to Yours!
I continue my new year blog tradition of sharing my word for the year. For 2019 it is — “Qi.” Or “Chi.” It represents the life force continuing to circulate and move us forward. For me 2018 has been one helluva … Continue reading
Posted in Musings
Tagged 2019, authors, chi, children's books, connection, illustrators, new year, qi, writers
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Illustrator Interview – Yuyi Morales
In keeping with my blog’s strong support of the #WeNeedDiverseBooks campaign, for a while I have wanted to interview illustrator Yuyi Morales. I think from the words and photos YuYi shares today, you will see the important stories and influences … Continue reading
Illustrator Interview- Heather Newman
Now, I know you think I just randomly surf facebook for illustrators each week, but actually there is both rhyme and reason to each invitee. I asked Heather to be today’s guest illustrator for two reasons. Since beginning 12×12 in … Continue reading
Posted in 12x12, Illustrators, Interview
Tagged 12x12, April Fool Phyllis, Heather Newman, Illustrator interview, illustrators
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