Ashleigh Williams
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Finding the Vision for Some Places | A Conversation Between Renée Watson & Shadra Strickland
Longtime collaborators Renée Watson and Shadra Strickland discuss the creative process behind the cover of Watson's stunning upcoming middle grade novel, Some Places More Than Others.
Some Places More Than Others
Amara’s search for her roots is tender and empowering. An essential purchase for all middle grade libraries
"It was important for me to write about loss and grief in a way that didn’t feel exploitative." | Allison Mills on "The Ghost Collector"
Debut author Mills discusses the inspiration behind her poignant middle grade novel, Indigenous representation in kid lit, and creating "stories about Cree kids living in a contemporary world that’s still touched by magic."
The Oddmire, Book 1: Changeling
Hair, It’s a Family Affair
Hair Love
A wonderful slice-of-life tale about family support, black hair, and embracing individuality. Highly recommended for picture book collections.
Kweli Conference: A Celebration of Community, Honest Assessment of Publishing, and Clarion Call
Kweli's Fourth Annual Color of Children's Literature Conference had a powerful lineup of speakers and panelists including Jacqueline Woodson, Rudine Sims Bishop, Emily X.R. Pan, Samira Ahmed, and Ibi Zoboi.
Alicia D. Williams on Genesis Begins Again
The author and teacher talks about her debut novel, a sensitive yet honest look at a girl grappling with colorism, internalized self-hatred, and parents she can't always count on.