Patricia Hruby Powell has lived a magical life: as everything from a dancer who toured internationally to a substitute librarian, and her books turn nonfiction into heart-filled verse. She talked to us about empathy. If you're not rich, you can read about a rich person and know what it's like. If you're not poor, you... Continue Reading →
Laurie Thompson: How Finding My Tribe Helped Me Find My Voice
Laurie Thompson receives the Crystal Kite Award. Laurie Thompson is the award-winning author of both fiction and nonfiction books for young readers. Her young adult book BE A CHANGEMAKER: HOW TO START SOMETHING THAT MATTERS is an inspiring how-to guide for teens as well as the winner of the SCBWI's 2015 Crystal Kite award. Laurie... Continue Reading →