Historical Fiction With a Touch of Fantasy
A discussion of historical fiction and historical fantasy for middle grade and YA readers, and why magic and invention hold so much appeal.
Time Travels with Nicole Valentine
Interview with Nicole Valentine on writing the time travel novel, the need for persistence, and the inspiration for her debut.
Talking Verse Novels at GetLitBeacon
Expanding on my presentation about verse novels at GetLitBeacon, along with the reading list I promised.
Canaries in the Coal Mine
For Autism Acceptance Month, cautionary tales in film and literature as well as positive models of disability inclusion.
The English version, with the calendars redrawn.
Do We Have a Responsibility?
A discussion of the extent to which adults should protect children and teens against potentially disturbing or culturally problematic content in books.
Coop Publishing: An Interview with Mary Atkinson
Mary Atkinson talks about her critically acclaimed small coop press-published middle grade novel Tillie Heart and Soul and her publishing process.
International films at the Lego Cinema.
A Busy Month
My first translation of a screenplay and some thoughts on the high quality and diverse perspectives of global cinema.
I have skills! I make Lego vignettes from my books.
What’s Happening with Rogue?
An update on my plans to self-publish a paperback edition of Rogue, and fan art old and new.
Supportive Communities in Books Portraying Autism
A discussion of three books featuring autistic protagonists and families and communities that offer support and can serve as models.
Celebrating a Launch and an Anniversary
On attending the launch of the anthology We Rise, We Resist, We Raise Our Voices, an essential book for our time.