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
Tag Archives: children’s books
Ziyue Chen – Illustrator Interview
My online author-illustrator friend, Dow Phumiruk has just released a new picture book, Mela and the Elephant, which I love and am reviewing on Friday. Ziyue Chen’s art beautifully enhances Dow’s text, and in my goal to interview as diverse … Continue reading
Astronaut Annie – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Continuing my recommendations for Women’s History Month, Astronaut Annie, while fiction is inspired by the many women who have played important roles in space exploration and mission. See #KidlitWomen for daily links to posts by the children’s lit community, in celebration … Continue reading
Nina Crittenden – Illustrator Interview
I am so happy to have Nina on the blog today and I hope you will return on Friday as I received an early review copy of her new book The Three Little Pugs, which is coming out on march … Continue reading
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Tagged children's books, Illustrator interview, Nina Crittenden, Three Little Pugs
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