Opinion
Kate Lovejoy, the main character of our novel, Dancing In the Storm, has a rare genetic disorder called Fibrodsyplasia Ossificans Progressiva. You’ve probably never heard of it, but I have the same disorder.
Empathy is good; action kindled by empathy is vital.
What’s clear to me as an author is that it’s critical we talk with our young people about the many facets of social media use, even if those conversations are at times uncomfortable.
Everyone, including teens and tweens, should get to enjoy these fluffy books without judging themselves or feeling that these books somehow have less value than Crime and Punishment.
I’ve visited hundreds of schools in my 20 years in publishing. What follows is a list of Do’s and Don’ts for hosting excellent school visits!
Life takes its own twists and turns, whatever the magic of the library intends. But the love of fantasy and writing and books ran deep, deep, deep. The power of the library would not be denied in the end.
I wanted to show that we can still be happy and chronically ill. We contain multitudes. I wanted to show that there’s balance.
It is my mission to populate children’s literature with as many natural, relatable, neurodivergent characters as I can. No more invisibility! No stigma, no shame.
Choosing to end a series is choosing to give your characters to your audience.
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