Has the Constitution Failed?
In honor of the third edition of Fault Lines in the Constitution, some reforms I'd like to see in a new constitution.
Eyes Open Audiobook Promotion!
Announcing a 50% discount on the audiobook of Eyes Open and why it's a great choice for beach or road trip listening.
Animals to the Slaughter
Connecting an illustration of animals at a county fair with anthropomorphic picture books and George Orwell's Animal Farm.
Defending the Americans with Disabilities Act
On the 35th anniversary of ADA, we have to fight for our rights against a regime that seeks to roll back this groundbreaking law.
Scenes: The Building Blocks of the Novel
Examining the individual scene in the novel, the structure of which needs to be a microcosm of the novel's structure as a whole.
Nothing to Celebrate
On July 4, 1776, a group of insurgents from the American colonies gathered to write a manifesto declaring their independence from the British king. They listed their grievances, among them…
Primary Election!
Some thoughts on New York City's primary elections in 2025 and their importance for community engagement.
The Grief Narrative in Books for Young Readers
Advice for writers of grief narratives for young readers, and broadening the definition of the genre.
Now More Than Ever: A Workshop on Writing Disabled Characters
Announcing a Highlights workshop on writing books for kids and teens that center disability and neurodiversity, and why this matters.
