Little Ukraine Remembers
A community event in my neighborhood marking the first anniversary of Russia’s full scale invasion of Ukraine and why we need to keep a focus on it.
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Happy Book Birthday for One Last Shot!
Review of a new verse novel based on the life of crusading photojournalist Gerda Taro and an exhibit of hers and Robert Capa’s work.
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Fourth Star for TORCH and a Giveaway
A remarkable fourth starred review for TORCH prompts a grateful giveaway.
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End of Year Surprises
Some unexpected end of year awards and distinctions for my YA historical novel Torch and another book recommendation of my own.
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Launch Day for TORCH and a Second Star!
Today is a long-awaited day — the launch of my YA historical novel Torch. It’s especially long-awaited because the novel went out on submission at the...
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On This Day 100 Years Ago: The Fascist “March on Rome”
A guest post by historian Walter Adamson explores Mussolini’s March on Rome and its connection to the January 6, 2021 insurrection in the U.S.
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FOUR Starred Reviews! Kirkus Best Books for YA/Teens & Booklist Editors’ Choice, 2022!
