Launch Events!
The back-to-back launches of She Persisted: Temple Grandin yesterday and Moonwalking next week caught me by surprise. Yes, I had plenty of time to prepare, but the flurry of activity…
Another Unboxing!
The unboxing of my book She Persisted: Temple Grandin and some thoughts on how I approached this biography for young readers.
Patience, Persistence, and Ice Cream: Guest Post by PJ McIlvaine
I blog a lot about the writer's journey. But I'm not the only person who has a story and advice. From time to time, I ask friends with recent books…
Wishing on a Star
Announcing my first starred reviews for books that I wrote, and growing after a hiatus.
My First #KidsNeedMentors School Visit!
Talking to fourth graders about my writing, with my Lego town behind me.
Translation and Writing Historical Fiction: #WorldKidLit Month
How my work as a translator has helped me address some of the challenges of writing a novel set in a very different place and time.
One of the PerSisterhood!
Announcing the last of my five books due out next year, a chapter book biography of Temple Grandin that's part of the She Persisted series.
Agent Revisions, Editor Revisions
Comparing an agent's revision suggestions to those of a realtor presenting a house for sale.
Triple Threat!
The announcement of my debut picture book, WAYS TO PLAY, to be published in fall 2022 by Levine Querido.