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
Author Archives: Joanna
We Will Live in This Forest Again – PPBF
Title: We Will Live in This Forest Again Author & Illustrator: Gianna Marino Publisher: Neal Porter Books, 2020 Ages: 4-8 32 pages. Genre: narrative nonfiction Themes: forest, wildfires, northern California, forest animals, regrowth, restoration, ecology Opening:We have always lived in this forest. Its trees and … Continue reading
FIRST FRIEND – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: First Friend, How Dogs Evolved from Wolves to Become Our Best Friends Author: Kersten Hamilton Illustrator: Jaime Kim Publisher: Farrar Strauss Giroux, Feb. 9th 2021 Ages: 4-8 40 pages. Genre: narrative nonfiction Themes: dogs, evolution, wolves, best friends, pets, nomads, stone age, Opening: Long, … Continue reading
Rosie Loves Jack – YA Book Recommendation
Title: Rosie Loves Jack Author: Mel Darbon Publisher: Peachtree Publishing, March 1st 2021 Ages: 13+ Genre: contemporary YA fiction Note: adult themes: ableist behavior/language, taking advantage of young women, discussions of rape, sex trafficking, mentions of alcohol and drug abuse, & other scenes of … Continue reading
