How Dystopian Fiction Draws From Current Events: Guest Post by Madeline Dyer
Author Madeline Dyer explores the appeal of dystopian YA novels and how using current events helps to create a successful dystopia.
On Flags and Diverse Books: How We Can Make a Difference
The removal of the Confederate flag from the Capitol grounds in South Carolina and an open letter to Jet Blue underscore the power of activism.
Surviving Santiago Is Launched!
Last Thursday was my official book launch party for Surviving Santiago at the Lower East Side bookstore Bluestockings, ranked one of the top destinations in the Not For Tourists Illustrated Guide to New York City.
Letting Go of the Past
The controversy surrounding Harper Lee's forthcoming novel helps me decide what to let go of in the process of moving.
Pursuing the Hybrid Option
In an essay for School Library Journal, Zetta Elliott makes a strong argument for self-publishing to achieve true diversity in children's publishing.
What? Is This a Joke?
The work of my friend Beverly Slapin leads to a discussion of humor and satire and the importance of dialogue rather than censorship.
A Midlife Crisis and a Big Move
An appreciation of my husband's midlife crisis, which led to our move from Albany to New York City this past week.
The VCFA Winter Residency, 2015 edition: Remembering Bonnie Christensen
Key moments at the winter residency at Vermont College of Fine Arts, including celebrations of the work of Bonnie Christensen and Katherine Paterson.
I Am Charlie
Pictures and thoughts on freedom of expression and the deadly attack aimed to silence the satiric French newspaper Charlie Hebdo.
Revisiting Those New Year’s Resolutions
An analysis of why my New Year's resolution for 2014 failed so spectacularly, and an equivalent tongue-in-cheek resolution for 2015.
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