On Sensitivity Readers; a Very Long Post

Warning: this is a long post. There have been a number of articles on sensitivity readers in the last few weeks. Slate ran this one; Huffington Post this one over here; here’s the Washington Post. There are others. Google a… Continue Reading

FAQs: The Left-Handed Fate and Bluecrowne

As of today, 35 DAYS TO THE LAUNCH OF THE LEFT-HANDED FATE! And, predictably, I still keep forgetting to post here. On the other hand, I do have at least one good reason: I’m working like crazy to get The… Continue Reading

In Which I Sneak onto a Very Important Panel by Organizing It (Please Come)!

What: Middle School is Hell with Mariko Tamaki, Rebecca Stead, and Me; moderated by Nancy Paulsen Where: McNally Jackson Books (52 Prince Street, between Mulberry and Lafayette Streets) When: Wednesday, October 21 at 7pm Yes, folks, I get to talk… Continue Reading

Just One Reason Why THIS ONE SUMMER’s Caldecott Honor Matters A Lot

This year the Caldecott committee chose six honor books (and Milford Command Central favorite The Adventures of Beekle, the Unimaginary Friend for the medal HECK YEAH BEEKLE!!). This year’s awards were Interesting, with a capital I, for many reasons. One… Continue Reading