You’ve probably seen the smiling cat figurine with the waving right front paw, but have you ever wondered why it’s there? Told from the cat’s point of view, this charming 32-page picture book tells children one of the possible stories … Continue reading
I’m a huge fan of Kathleen Krull‘s nonfiction books for kids, so I was surprised and disappointed to read her recent article in the Horn Book about the difficulties she and her husband have had selling their book FARTISTE! I … Continue reading
Roger Sutton put up this post on the Read Roger blog for continuing the discussion about Marc Aronson’s “New Knowledge” article in the Horn Book, in which Marc argues that nonfiction authors should be allowed to speculate, draw conclusions, and … Continue reading
The March/April 2011 issue of The Horn Book Magazine is a special issue devoted to “Fact, Fiction, and In Between.” It’s a fantastic compendium of articles and notes from some of today’s top writers of nonfiction for kids, and it’s giving … Continue reading
I must admit, when my own daughter entered kindergarten and started the unit on texture, I was surprised. Yes, textures are all around us, but what’s to study? These kids are already experts. After all, they’ve been feeling textures since before they … Continue reading
TOM THUMB: THE REMARKABLE TRUE STORY OF A MAN IN MINIATURE I just finished an advance reading copy of TOM THUMB: THE REMARKABLE TRUE STORY OF A MAN IN MINIATURE by George Sullivan (Clarion; February, 2011; 208 pages; grades 5-9). … Continue reading
I recently signed up for NetGalley.com, which lets publishers connect their upcoming books with reviewers, media, librarians, booksellers, bloggers, and educators. It’s easy to use, helps me keep up with what’s happening in the market, and—lucky for you!—it allows me … Continue reading
Most of my recent reading has been creative or narrative nonfiction. Before the holidays, I was reading THE BOY WHO HARNESSED THE WIND by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer. I’m in awe of, and frankly a little intimidated by, the … Continue reading
In my last post, I was so busy gushing about the conference awesomeness I forgot to mention the best news of all! My manuscript for ONE IS ENOUGH, a picture-book biography about Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah, was one of those nominated … Continue reading
Michael Bourret is an agent with Dystel and Goderich, and recently opened their brand-new West Coast office. I’ve heard Michael speak at a few of the national SCBWI conferences, and it’s always a pleasure. Don’t miss him at the SCBWI … Continue reading
I write nonfiction for kids, believe in youth empowerment, and am a sucker for underdogs.
My work is represented by Ammi-Joan Paquette at Erin Murphy Literary Agency (definitely NOT underdogs).
