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.
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Tag Archives: Mexico
Between Us and Abuela – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Between Us and Abuela A Family Story from the Border Author: Mitali Perkins Illustrator: Sara Palacios Publisher: Farrar, Strauss, Giroux, 2019 Ages: 4-7 Themes: family, Christmas, Mexico, Mexicans, separation, border, gifts, grandmother Opening: Abuela stars in all of Mamà’s stories., but my only … Continue reading
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Tagged border, Christmas, family, gifts, grandmother, immigratnts, Mexicans, Mexico, mtali perkins, San Diego, Sara Palacios, separation
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Santiago Casares – Illustrator Interview
I have know Santi for a while online through our wonderful 12×12 community and I was very fortunate to meet him finally at the fabulous 12×12 5th anniversary party in New York last month. We bonded over literary cocktails, as … Continue reading
Posted in 12x12, diversity, Illustrators, Interview
Tagged Illustrator interview, Mexico, Santiago Cesaras, Wacom
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Illustrator Interview – Yuyi Morales
In keeping with my blog’s strong support of the #WeNeedDiverseBooks campaign, for a while I have wanted to interview illustrator Yuyi Morales. I think from the words and photos YuYi shares today, you will see the important stories and influences … Continue reading
