Getting To Know: Kidlit Authors

  One CATegory of books that’s great to stock up on at the beginning of the school year are books that approach eduCATional concepts in fun ways. One series that’s been doing that for years now is Ann Marie Stephens‘ CAT books. When I learned book 5 in her series was coming out, I CAughT… Read more »

  Just as a new feline companion has come into our life (a stray cat we rescued and are fostering this summer) a book came across my desk about all the joys (and trials) of adopting a furry friend. I caught up with author Jonathan Graziano to learn more: Me: Congratulations on your heartwarming new… Read more »

  At this year’s Gaithersburg Book Festival, I was privileged to get to meet graphic novelist Tim Probert, who was presenting the latest in his LIGHTFALL series. For those who missed out, I caught up with Tim to learn more: Me: Congratulations on the release of book 4 of your epic graphic novel series, LIGHTFALL:… Read more »

I just said goodbye once again to a group of enthusiastic 5th grade students ready for their next adventures. It’s an exciting but challenging time, which author-illustrator Maddie Frost captures in her fun new illustrated middle grade novel. I caught up with Maddie to learn more: Me: Congratulations on the release of REALLY RUBIE (Aladdin/S&S,… Read more »

  As a teacher, I’ve readied my classroom each August for almost the past 30 years. It’s a special, hopeful time. It’s also a time when students are anxious for the new year. Wouldn’t it be great if someone could write a reassuring book about this transition? Oh, wait, author Naomi Danis just did! I… Read more »