By Karis Rogerson Phil Stamper’s latest YA, Golden Boys (out February 8, 2022) promises to be a story of queer friendship centering four boys from the same rural town who all embark of separate summer adventures. In responses to questions sent via email, Phil spoke about the struggles of writing … [Read more...] about Phil Stamper’s Third YA Novel Is About Found Family and Queer Excellence
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Leslie Vedder Wrote a Genderbent Queer Fairy Tale Retelling
Debut Author Leslie Vedder on The Books and Tropes She Loves By Karis Rogerson When Leslie Vedder was a young child, her father used to read fantasy books aloud to her. When he came to The Hobbit, Leslie says, she thought hobbits were “some sort of rabbit-creature,” and that’s why her … [Read more...] about Leslie Vedder Wrote a Genderbent Queer Fairy Tale Retelling
We Need Diverse Books in 2021: May & June
As the year comes to a close, we would like to reflect on the work we've done, as well as all of the incredible diverse books and voices we've featured over the past 12 months. On each day of this final week, we'll be highlighting features, Q&As, programming, and more! | January & February | … [Read more...] about We Need Diverse Books in 2021: May & June
We Need Diverse Books in 2021: March & April
As the year comes to a close, we would like to reflect on the work we've done, as well as all of the incredible diverse books and voices we've featured over the past 12 months. On each day of this final week, we'll be highlighting features, Q&As, programming, and more! | January & … [Read more...] about We Need Diverse Books in 2021: March & April
Sophia Glock’s Debut Graphic Memoir is About Family Secrets
Passport by Sophia Glock is out November 30, 2021. An unforgettable graphic memoir by debut talent Sophia Glock reveals her discovery as a teenager that her parents are agents working for the CIA. Young Sophia has lived in so many different countries, she can barely keep count. Stationed now … [Read more...] about Sophia Glock’s Debut Graphic Memoir is About Family Secrets
Sarah Raughley Aimed to Tell The Entire Truth About The Victorian Era with The Bones of Ruin
The Bones of Ruin is available now. By Karis Rogerson Sarah Raughley, author of The Bones of Ruin, said she has been writing since she was a young child, helped along partly by her older brothers’ interest in “story-rich media.” In fourth grade, a teacher encouraged Raughley in her writing … [Read more...] about Sarah Raughley Aimed to Tell The Entire Truth About The Victorian Era with The Bones of Ruin
Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé Talks Inspirations for Her Blockbuster Debut Ace of Spades
Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé is on sale on June 1, 2021. Check out our cover reveal for Ace of Spades. By Karis Rogerson Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé grew up reading and loving stories that were dark and mysterious. To this day, her website indicates that she loves stories where Black kids … [Read more...] about Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé Talks Inspirations for Her Blockbuster Debut Ace of Spades
The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation Champions Multicultural Children’s Books
By Karis Rogerson The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation, which has championed multicultural kidlit since 1964, is currently celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Ezra Jack Keats Award. According to the Foundation’s Executive Director Deborah Pope, the award is “designed as an early-career medal for … [Read more...] about The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation Champions Multicultural Children’s Books
Sarah Dass’s Where the Rhythm Takes You Is a Ya Persuasion Set In Trinidad and Tobago
Where the Rhythm Takes You by Sarah Dass is on sale on May 11, 2021. Order it here. By Karis Rogerson Sarah Dass is the debut author of Where the Rhythm Takes You, a YA retelling of Persuasion set in Trinidad and Tobago. Dass grew up in Trinidad and Tobago, and said she considers herself a fan … [Read more...] about Sarah Dass’s Where the Rhythm Takes You Is a Ya Persuasion Set In Trinidad and Tobago
