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: New York City
An A to Zed of the USA by a European Nomad – C & D
Choice OK, so I do most of my shopping at a small Trader Joe’s so this is not my weekly experience, but the amount of choice in larger supermarkets here can cause my brain to go into overload. Walking into a … Continue reading
Leonard Marcus – Children’s Literature Interview
I met Leonard Marcus three years ago, shortly after arriving in New York. An author/illustrator friend who gives wonderful kid lit parties in her small New York apartment was gracious enough to invite me to one. Thoroughly new to writing … Continue reading
Laundry Day – Cybils Picture Book Fiction Review
Following on from my Friday book recommendation about a red-tailedhawk in New York City, I have another New York book for you today, with a historical flavor. Laundry day By Maurie J. Manning Published by Clarion Books, 2012 Ages: 3+ … Continue reading
