By JoAnn Yao Frizzy is an upcoming graphic novel written by Claribel A. Ortega and illustrated by Rose Bousamra, out October 18, 2022! We're delighted to welcome Claribel and editor Kiara Valdez to the WNDB blog to discuss this moving middle grade story about the thorny subject of "good hair," … [Read more...] about Q&A With Author Claribel A. Ortega & Editor Kiara Valdez, Frizzy
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Q&A With Claribel Ortega, Witchlings
By Steve Dunk Today we're pleased to welcome Claribel Ortega to the WNDB blog to discuss Witchlings, out since April 5, 2022! Every year, in the magical town of Ravenskill, Witchlings who participate in the Black Moon Ceremony are placed into covens and come into their powers as full-fledged … [Read more...] about Q&A With Claribel Ortega, Witchlings
What It’s Like Launching Your Debut MG Novel During a Pandemic
By Karis Rogerson Claribel A. Ortega, the debut middle-grade author of Ghost Squad, said her parents used to make up stories to tell her at bedtime. “My dad's was a take on the Lone Ranger and he did sound effects to go with everything,” she told We Need Diverse Books. “These were all in … [Read more...] about What It’s Like Launching Your Debut MG Novel During a Pandemic
