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
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Tag Archives: Perfect Picture Book Friday
Dewey Bob – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: Dewey Bob Author & Illustrator: Judy Schachner Publisher: Dial Books for Young Readers, 2015 Themes: raccoons, friendship, collecting, Ages: 5-8 Includes bonus CD read by author Opening: Dewey Bob Crockett was born in the pocket of an old pair of pants. Synopsis: Dewey … Continue reading
The Tree Lady — Perfect Picture Book Friday
I had another book scheduled for today, but as I am staying with one of my writing buddies and she introduced me to a delightful biography of a tree-loving woman here in San Diego, I couldn’t pass up the chance … Continue reading
A Dog Wearing Shoes – Perfect Picture Book Friday
Title: A Dog Wearing Shoes Author & Illustrator: Sangmi Ko Publisher: Schwarz & Wade Books, New York, 2015 Themes: empathy, loss, grief, dog adoption Ages: 3-7 Opening: One day, mimi was on her way home from grandpa and grandma when suddenly… Synopsis: Mini and her … Continue reading
