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: uTales
SNOW GAMES Giveaway for my Blogiversary
When we published SNOW GAMES so tactically (ahem) in May, at the beginning of summer in the northern hemisphere! I promised myself I would do a giveaway as soon as the skies started dumping the white powder in northern climes and winter … Continue reading
Posted in Book Promotion
Tagged e-Picture Book, giveaway., Joanna Marple, Maja Sereda, SNOW GAMES, uTales, winter activities
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Illustrator Interview – Muza Ulasowski
I have thoroughly enjoyed these Wednesday interviews with illustrators this year. As a picture book writer, I have learnt so much about the skills, techniques, interpretation and inspiration of the visual aspect of a picture book’s story. I have met … Continue reading
Posted in Illustrators, Interview
Tagged Illustrator interview, Muza Ulasowski, SCBWI, uTales
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Illustrator Interview- Heather Dickinson
As promised, I am interviewing another UK illustrator today to ensure some continental balance in this series! I fell for Heather’s illustrations when I first met Zoe and the Big Orange Kitten on uTales. Okay, okay, I AM a sucker … Continue reading
Posted in Illustrators, Interview
Tagged Heather Dickinson, Illustrator interview, uTales
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