I remember when you debuted with Hoodoo! It seems like just last year, but that was back in 2015. What have you been doing since then? Well, I’ve been adjusting to the life of a full-time writer. It’s not as easy and productive as one might think. It takes a lot of discipline, and every… Read More Interview: Ronald L. Smith
I spent my morning on the road delivering books to high school librarian, Jennifer Smith at Sullivan High School. I’d previously shared books with Kelaine Harman, the Corporation Library Media Specialist for Washington Community Schools. I’d found these librarians through our state school librarian list serv when I was looking for school with certified librarians… Read More Give Away Those Books
“Story is not something we tell; story is who we are.” ~Julius Lester Doesn’t it feel like January is too soon for death? Really, stories end all the time. While I never met Julius Lester, knowing him online gave me one of the most profound online experiences I’ve had. I’d had brief exchanges with him… Read More Julius Lester (1939-2018)
I’m slowly, slowly getting back to full on blogging and can think of no better way to jump back in than by sharing an interview with debut author NoNieqa Ramos. The Disturbed Girl’s Dictionary (Carolrhoda Lab) releases on 1 Feb 2018. Since I haven’t been able to read it just yet, here’s the publisher provide synopsis. “Macy’s… Read More author interview: NoNieqa Ramos
Rather than providing a review today, I thought it would be a good time to list speculative fiction serials, series or even companion novels by IPOC authors. I think I’ve omitted any series with a 2017 release which means there are a few really good series not mention! And, there are some of which I’m… Read More Second Tuesday Serials: Speculative Fiction
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