Some Thoughts on the Publishing Crisis, Part III: Speaking Out
Some strategies for growing the market for children's/YA books and creating opportunities for all new authors and books.
Some Thoughts on the Publishing Crisis, Part II: Causes
Continuation of the series exploring demographic, economic, technological, and political reasons for the decline in book sales.
Some Thoughts on the Publishing Crisis, Part I
The first in a series of thoughts and advice related to the crisis in publishing since the end of the pandemic.
Whole Novel Historical Fiction Workshop
Announcing a second workshop I'm teaching for Highlights this summer, the Whole Novel Historical Fiction Workshop. My favorite topic!
The Problem With Ableist Language
A discussion of ableist language in books for children and teens and how to challenge the way kids talk about disability.
Things I Learned Writing The Bond Trilogy: Guest Post by Robin Kirk
Guest post from YA author Robin Kirk on writing and publishing a science fiction series for teens.
Research Rabbit Hole
How research for my verse novel in progress led me to discover a new favorite band.
Experts
A report on my first time teaching adults in a writing workshop, impressed by the expertise of the attendees.
A Workshop on Translation
Announcing a workshop I'm teaching on translating books for young readers, sponsored by SCBWI.