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: Illustrator interview
Illustrator Interview – Kelly McDonald + I’M BORED Giveaway Winner
While I encountered the enchanting Kelly McDonald first in Julie Foster Hedlund’s 12x12in12 Picture Book challenge, I really feel I have gotten to know her better in the smaller spin-off, the chapter book challenge, where she beguiles us with her … Continue reading
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Illustrator Interview – Donna Jeanne Koepp
One of the thrills of this illustrator series is being able to spotlight not-yet-pubished talent, for the pleasure of my readers, but also never quite knowing who is going to take a look! Today I want to introduce you to … Continue reading
Illustrator Interview – Debbie Ohi + Giveaway of newly released – I’M BORED!
I arrived at the LASCBWI 11 conference knowing a few people from cyber connections, but no one in person. I had just met my compatriot, the amazing Hazel Mitchell, who had promptly sat me down with a beer and some … Continue reading
