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: SCBWI Nevada Mentor Program
Author Interview – Sandy Stark-McGinnis
I met Sandy during the SCBWI Nevada 2012 Mentorship program, and we bonded instantly although at the time we were writing for different age groups. We became crit partners and I can honestly say that I believe Sandy’s Middle Grade … Continue reading
Author Interview – Abbey Lee Nash
So very happy to interview another SCBWI Nevada mentee, Abbey Lee Ash, who has just released her debut YA novel, which I am reviewing this Friday. [JM] Where are you from and how has that … Continue reading
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
