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.
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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.
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Talking Verse Novels at GetLitBeacon
Expanding on my presentation about verse novels at GetLitBeacon, along with the reading list I promised.
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Canaries in the Coal Mine
For Autism Acceptance Month, cautionary tales in film and literature as well as positive models of disability inclusion.
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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.
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Winner, Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Young Adult Literature, 2023!
