Honoring the Old and the New: The 2022 We Are Kid Lit Reading List
The 2022 We Are Kid Lit Summer Reading List is out! While it's appearing later in the summer than our previous lists, it's worth the wait -- our most robust…
I Do Have a New Year’s Resolution
A writing workshop changed my mind about New Year's resolutions, so I'm going to ask for help and build community.
“…Couldn’t Connect to Your Main Character”
A discussion of a generic rejection phrase that marginalized fiction writers often receive and what it may mean.
Seven Asian American Authors Speak Out
Report on a panel of seven Asian American authors for teens, who talk about parental expectations, incorporating family stories, and the need for diverse books.
Working While Autistic: Sometimes Good Things Come from Misunderstandings
A misunderstanding over an interview about LGBTQ+ and disabled representation in YA literature turns into a teaching moment and an opportunity.
Taking Chances, Writing Outside Walls: Diverse Authors at the 2017 Brooklyn Book Festival
A report on two events on Children's Day at the 2017 Brooklyn Book Festival and thoughts on taking chances and writing outside one's comfort zone.