Tag Archives: Jim Averbeck

Mina Witteman – Author Interview

I have known Mina ever since I started writing in 2011 and joined SCBWI France/International. We have met up at several conferences and last summer I got to see her in her incredible writing environment at her Berkeley home. I … Continue reading

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Diversity – What does it mean for writers and young readers?

I’m thrilled to be back blogging after a stellar three-month summer hiatus. I completed the first draft to my contemporary YA, which is my MFA thesis. I attended a superb writer’s craft conference for the benefit of the non-profit Sierra … Continue reading

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Illustrator Interview – Lori Ann Levy-Holm

I had the pleasure of meeting Lori Ann at the SCBWI LA conference black and white party this summer, where she was part of a dynamic Laverne & Shirley duo with Kristin Fullton. I was also thrilled to discover a … Continue reading

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