Films for the Resistance: The Edge of Democracy
A review of a recent documentary about the rise and decline of democracy in Brazil, with resonance in the U.S. today.
Lisbon’s Book Fair Expands
A visit to the 89th Feira do Livro in Lisbon and observations on this ever-expanding book fair devoted to building literacy and community.
Fresh Perspectives in Indie Picture Books: The Silent Nightingale
Reviewing an indie-published bilingual (English-Arabic) picture book and exploring different ways of portraying child protagonists.
I Take My Turn for Translation
Announcing my new position as co-chair of the PEN Translation Committee.
Olive the Sheep’s U.S. Tour!
Announcing the launch of my latest translation from Portuguese, an innovative blend of read-aloud picture book and advice book for caregivers.
The 2018 We’re the People Summer Reading List: Filled With Great Books for Everyone
The 2018 We're the People Summer Reading List, with books by and about indigenous people and people of color for all ages and a wide variety of genres.
Writing for the Market, or A Bad Volunteer Job
Drawing from Laurie Morrison's advice, a caveat on writing for the market -- unless you've landed a write-for-hire gig, which can open up new opportunities.
I Join Storystorm 2018
In fall 2015 I was busy attending conferences to promote my just-published Surviving Santiago, and when November and NaNoWriMo rolled around, I knew I didn't have the time to produce…
Three Balls of Wool, Maker Spaces, and Cultural Differences
A review of Three Balls of Wool in American Craft magazine and some thoughts on how picture books from other countries reflect their place and time.
The Time Has Come for Three Balls of Wool (Can Change the World)
Release day for the Amnesty International co-sponsored Three Balls of Wool (Can Change the World), a picture book of a refugee family in their new home.