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: August 2011
Of Geese-flight and Whale-song
Two picture book reviews for you today, that reflect the enduring power and wonder in nature. Whether you are a creationist or big-bang theorist, it seems likely that many species predate us and have been surviving, often despite us, through … Continue reading
Save the Seals!
Well, after a holiday hiatus of sorts, I think it is time for this blog to return to some animal magic and multicultural content! Firstly, if you have kids at home or in your classroom who are not only animal-crazy, … Continue reading
Vacation in Verse
Brooklyn Bridge burdened, foreign feet defying the New York heat-wave. Sultry Manhattan, roofs searing, scraping skyward, bodies melt sidewalk. Heat haze mocks early morning desert fire and saps what’s true, or no? Summer surrendering, heart enchanted, … Continue reading
