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
Category Archives: LGBTQIA
It Feels Good to Be Yourself – PPBF Pride Month
Title: It Feels Good to Be Yourself, A Book about Gender Identity Author: Theresa Thorn Illustrator: Noah Grigni Publisher: Henry Holt and Company, 2019 Ages: 5-8 Format/Genre: nonfiction Themes: gender identity, being yourself, lgbtqia+, transgender, nonbinary Opening: This is Ruthie. She’s a transgender girl. That … Continue reading
From Archie to Zack – Valentine’s Day Picture Book
Title: From Archie to Zack Author & Illustrator: Vincent X. Kirsch Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2020 Ages: 3-6 Format/Genre: fiction Themes: valentine’s day, friendship, community, first crush, lgbtqia+, letter-writing Opening: “Archie loves Zach.”“Zach loves Archie.”Everyone said it was so. Synopsis: Archie and Zack … Continue reading
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What Are Your Words? – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: What Are Your Words? A Book about Pronouns Author: Katherine Locke Illustrator: Anne Passchier Publisher: Little Brown, 2021 Ages: 5-8 Format/Genre: concept book Themes: personal pronouns, adjectives, respect, words, gender fluidity, lgbtqia+, Opening: My Uncle Lior is coming to visit today! I can’t wait … Continue reading
