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MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes ThreeJanuary 26, 2007
The controversy around the book has been very dismaying, of course. The idea of trying to make the book less available to children, or trying to ban it completely, is angering and disheartening to hear. At the same time, we've been very heartened by the majority of librarians, journalists, and readers who've responded so favorably to the book, who've embraced it strongly, and who are strong in their response to the critics, and in their desire for the book to remain available to everybody. A.B. What has been the feedback you've received from readers both young and old? The feedback has been great. Young readers ask questions about everything from, tell us more about the penguin house, to, how do we recognize Roy and Silo from all the other penguins? Older readers are moved by Roy and Silo sitting on that rock, trying to hatch it (which often makes younger readers laugh). We've received many thanks from same-sex couples with kids, from single moms and dads. Our favorite thing is to read the book to kids at schools and bookstores.  I'd like to personally THANK Peter and Justin for sharing their story with SLJ Blog readers. Please feel free to leave them comments. -Amy Bowllan A.B. Who/What inspired you to write AND TANGO MAKES THREE?Posted by Amy Bowllan on January 26, 2007 | Comments (13)
August 9, 2008
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three Milla commented: What do Mr. Parnell and Mr. Richardson do for a living? Are they professional writers?
August 9, 2008
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three Milla commented: What do Mr. Parnell and Mr. Richardson do for a living? Are they professional writers?
September 28, 2008
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three jillyean kellogg commented: where can we go for support when parents attempt to have this book removed from our school library. we are facing this right now and must defend the book at an upcoming district meeting. Help! We love this book and NEED it in our library.
September 29, 2008
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three Amy Bowllan commented: Hi Jillyean,
January 8, 2009
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three Bill Hays commented: Amy, do you know howw to contact the authors? I'm planning a 1st Amendment program in Kansas City, MO and would like to ask at least one of them to speak. Thanks, Bill.
January 8, 2009
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three Amy Bowllan commented: Send me an e-mail and I'll send you the contact info. amy.bowllan@reedbusiness.com
February 20, 2009
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three Dennis Williams commented: The Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC would like to commission a 25 minute theater piece/choral work on "Tango Makes Three". We sent registered letters to the authors/illustrator, but since they were through the Publisher, we were never sure they really saw them. As one of the premier men's choruses (not just Gay) in the world, we really feel that this story needs to be told in music to help educate the public about the gay experience (A large part of our mission). Can you help me get in touch with the authors/illustrator? Thanks
February 20, 2009
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three Dennis Williams commented: Just realized that I gave no contact info in my previous message. Email: sixxopa@yahoo.com address 8102 Finch Court, Hyattsville, MD 20785. Thanks again.
April 1, 2009
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three Dee commented: Thank you so much. this book deals with subject matter that can be very sensitive and awkward if not in the right hands.
April 1, 2009
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three Dee commented: Thank you so much. this book deals with subject matter that can be very sensitive and awkward if not in the right hands.
May 22, 2009
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three Carmen commented: Let's be real. Animals KNOW that only male/females mate and have offspring. It's humans, who have higher reasoning intellect, that go the route of male/male or female/female instead of the normal male/female. Reality check!
May 25, 2009
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three Conundrum commented: The main problem I see is if it wasn't for human intervention, Roy and Silo would still be warming a rock. This proves nothing in the human world so if you want to teach facts, stick to the facts only and leave fairy tales for college students.
October 10, 2009
In response to: MEET Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, Authors of And Tango Makes Three Cristina Gavrus commented: Hi! I am an actress and want to mount one of mister Parnell's plays... I've searched high and low for an agent to talk to, or a representative, but i couldn't find anything usefull... If u have such an information, can you help me please? It would mean a great deal to me and my colleagues!! Thanks!
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