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.
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Monthly Archives: May 2015
Matthew Cordell – Illustrator Interview
I was reading Matthew’s latest book, WISH, a few weeks back and remembering how much I had also loved his mini technology-bash in HELLO! HELLO! and it dawned on me I should invite him on the blog. It is such … Continue reading
Jazz – Diversity Reading Challenge, 2015
Today I am reviewing a book from category #8. I have read many Walter dean Myers’ books, but chose JAZZ because I have just completed writing a YA novel set predominantly in New Orleans and I am living a stone’s … Continue reading
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Wolfie The Bunny – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Wolfie The Bunny Written by: Ame Dyckman Illustrated by: Zachariah OHora Published by: Hatchette Book Group Inc, 2015 Themes/Topics: wolves, bunnies, sibling rivalry Suitable for ages: 4-8 Opening: The bunny family came home to find a … Continue reading
