You may not know this about me, but I’m a pretty big mythology fan, and my guest, author Katherine Marsh, is too, which is probably why I loved her newest book, MEDUSA, THE MYTH OF MONSTERS. An epic story that takes readers past the world of the Greek Gods, and into the uncharted territory of the intriguing stories behind the Monsters! Award-winning Katherine Marsh is an incredibly talented writer of meaningful, exciting and impactful stories that take you on interesting, thoughtful and fascinating reading adventures! Watch my interview and learn more about Katherine's writing journey! From Katherine Marsh's website: Katherine Marsh is an award-winning author of novels for middle-grade readers including The Lost Year; Nowhere Boy; The Night Tourist; Medusa: The Myth of Monsters and more. Among her honors are National Book Award finalist, winner of the Edgar Award for Best Juvenile Mystery, winner of the Jane Addams Award for Children’s Chapter Books, and winner of the Middle East Book Award. Her books have also been Junior Library Guild Gold Selections, New York Times Notables, American Library Association Notables, Bank Street Best Books, on numerous state lists, and have been translated into sixteen languages.

The very popular social justice & political cartoonist Pan Cooke has amassed over 300,000 followers on Instagram with his powerful & thought-provoking comics! In my interview with Pan, we talk about his incredible middle-grade graphic memoir PUZZLED, which details his journey with OCD! Pan zoomed in all the way from Ireland to share his interesting story and his writing journey! Enjoy our talk & be sure to read Pan's outstanding graphic memoir PUZZLED. A story that shines a much needed light on living life as a middle-schooler with OCD (obsessive Compulsive Disorder). It's an absolute must read 10/10! I loved it!

An interview full of heart and soul. Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month is upon us, and I have the perfect storyteller for us to celebrate this special month. Welcome to my interview with one-and-only Newbery, Geisel and Caldecott Honoree, the wonderfully talented, author Grace Lin. Grace has written & illustrated countless beautiful stories from her middle-grade masterpiece, WHERE THE MOUNTAIN MEETS THE MOON to CHINESE MENU, a book kids of all ages (and adults) are sure to enjoy! In my talk with Grace, you’ll discover the origins of some of your favorite Chinese foods, learn many interesting and sentimental stories behind her books, and much much more! You won’t want to miss our our fun and uplifting talk! Follow Author Grace Lin's writing journey at: www.gracelin.com