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This week, Jenna sits down with professor and children's book author, Dr. Katelen Fortunati, who brings her insider knowledge, strategies and experiences to a conversation about the lives of children and families who have been impacted by parental incarceration. Get your tickets below for a FREE Webinar with Jenna and Karen Andor on February 8th, 2024! dissociation-in-children-tickets-791604790237?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Show Notes: University of Saint Mary: Online MSW Program - Forensics Concentration We Got Us Now Podcast We Got Us Now Website Sesame Street's Little Children Big Challenges: Incarceration Angel Tree Rutgers National Resource Center Lists Youth.gov's 'Children with Incarcerated Parents' Website Michael Trout's Book: They Took My Parents Away   Children's Books:  Dr. Fourtunati's Free PDF Books Kofi's Mom by Richard Dyches Dougies Dad by Richard Dyches But Why is Daddy in Prison? by Erika Ruiz Anna's Test by Whitney Quinn Hollins Missing Daddy by Mariame Kaba The Night Dad Went to Jail by Melissa Higgins Visiting Day by Jacqueline Woodson What is Jail, Mommy? by Jackie Stanglin My Daddy is in Jail by Janet Bender Youth Books: Slugg: A Boy's Life in the Age of Mass Incarceration by Tony Lewis Jr.  Teen Guide to Living with Incarcerated Parents by Anye Young Everyone Makes Mistakes by Madison Strempek From the Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae Marks Ruby on the Outside by Nora Raleigh Where's Dad? by Richard Dyches Two of Every 100 by Richard Dyches 

On this episode, I talk with New York Times bestselling author Janae Marks about her latest book, On Air with Zoe Washington, about becoming a full-time writer, and about the fun of writing for kids.Books and resources mentioned in this episode include:From the Desk of Zoe Washington, by Janae MarksA Soft Place to Land, by Janae MarksOn Air with Zoe Washington, by Janae MarksWriteOnConAround the Writer's Block: Using Brain Science to Solve Writer's Resistance, by Rosanne BaneThe Baby-Sitters Club, by Ann M. MartinWhen You Reach Me, by Rebecca SteadOne Crazy Summer, by Rita Williams-GarciaI love audiobooks! If you do, too, consider switching to Libro.fm. For the same price as other major audiobook providers, you can find all your favorites as well as curated lists of audiobooks written by or recommended by guests of the Middle Grade Matters podcast. Click here to learn more! Consider buying your books from the Middle Grade Matters Bookshop, where proceeds support this podcast as well as independent bookstores everywhere. For bonus content and info on upcoming episodes, subscribe to the Middle Grade Matters newsletter here: Newsletter, and follow Middle Grade Matters on Instagram and Twitter.If you're enjoying this podcast, please be sure to follow us and please leave us a review.

On this episode of PBN Joe and Emma are starting to wrap up the year by sharing their favorite juvenile and young adult titles published in 2023. Come and hear what made the cut and why these nerds enjoyed it so much. Titles mentioned in this episode: Emma's Titles:  Check & Mate by Ali Hazelwood   Betting on You by Lynn Painter   House of Marionne by J. Elle   The Brothers Hawthorne by Jennifer Lynn Barnes   Divine Rivals & Ruthless Vows by Rebecca Ross   A Study in Drowning by Ava Reid   The Scarlet Veil by Shelby Mahurin   All That's Left to Say by Emery Lord   Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute by Talia Hibbert   Just Because by Matthew McConaughey    Joe's Titles:  Their Vicious Games by Joelle Wellington (July 2023 S&S)  The Forest Demands Its Due by Kosko Jackson (October 2023 Harper)  Beholder by Ryan La Sala (October 2023 Scholastic)  Blood Debts by Terry J. Benton-Walker (April 2023 Tor)  Totally Psychic by Brigid Martin In the Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune  The Golden Frog Games by Claribel A. Ortega One of Us is Back by Karen M. McManus On Air with Zoe Washington by Janae Marks Suddenly a Murder by Lauren Munoz Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode on OverDrive.com or in Libby. Library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace. Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can follow the Professional Book Nerds on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. We've got merch! Check out our two shirts in The OverDrive Shop (all profits are donated to the ALA Literacy Clearinghouse). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, I sit down with children's author Tonya Duncan Ellis to delve into the world of literature that tells interesting stories but also educates. We talk about her immensely popular YA book series, Sophie Washington, and her journey to publication. We'll also get a sneak peak at her upcoming children's picture book, "They Built Me for Freedom," which explores the significance of Juneteenth. From heartfelt discussions about Juneteenth to the exploration of racism in literature, Tonya Duncan Ellis shares her passion for crafting stories that resonate with young readers, foster empathy, and inspire positive change. Join us for an engaging conversation that celebrates the power of words, diversity, and the transformative impact literature can have on shaping young minds. Books Mentioned: The Sophie Washington SeriesThirst by Varshah Bajaj From the Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae MarksOn the Air with Zoe Washington by Janae MarksThe Harry Potter Series by JK RowlingPrairie Lotus by Linda Sue ParkBetsy-Tacy Series by Maud Hart LovelaceThe Artists Way by Julia CameronThe Davenports by Krystal Marquis The House of Eve by Sadeqa Johnson Timestamps00:00 Introduction01:30 What have you been reading lately 05:18 Being an Avid Reader and Libraries06:50 Authors who have inspired you?08:25 Her Journey to Publication15:15 The Sophie Washington Series21:00 Forthcoming book “They Built Me For Freedom”, discussing Juneteenth and racism in literature39:12 Writing Tips and the joys and challenges of writing____________ There are 4 ways you can help support the channel! -Like and subscribe!-I'm now a bookshop.org affiliate - check out my shop and find your next great read! https://bookshop.org/shop/bookshelfodyssey -Buy me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/bookshelfpod - My Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2PTGNQWISVZE/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_3 _____________ Find Me Online: Podcast: https://bookshelfodyssey.buzzsprout.com/ Voxer: @artbookshelfodyssey Discord: https://discord.gg/8MFceV2NFe Facebook Group Page: @thebookshelfodyssey Twitter: @odyssey_podcastInstagram: @bookshelfodysseypodcast

Janae Marks is the New York Times bestselling author of middle-grade novels, From the Desk of Zoe Washington, A Soft Place to Land, and On Air with Zoe Washington. She has an MFA in Writing for Children from The New School, and lives in Connecticut with her husband, daughter, and miniature schnauzer named Cookie. Terri Fredrick is a Professor of English and Writing Center Director at Eastern Illinois University. She is also the director of the Eastern Illinois Writing Project. She and her daughter have read three of Janae Marks's novels together. Tesla, Terri's daughter, is a 7th-grade student in Champaign Illinois. She enjoys theater, basketball, dance, and track. She loves Janae Marks's books.

Janae Marks is the New York Times bestselling author of middle-grade novels, From the Desk of Zoe Washington, A Soft Place to Land, and On Air with Zoe Washington. She has an MFA in Writing for Children from The New School, and lives in Connecticut with her husband, daughter, and miniature schnauzer named Cookie.Terri Fredrick is a Professor of English and Writing Center Director at Eastern Illinois University. She is also the director of the Eastern Illinois Writing Project. She and her daughter have read three of Janae Marks's novels together.Tesla, Terri's daughter, is a 7th-grade student in Champaign Illinois. She enjoys theater, basketball, dance, and track. She loves Janae Marks's books.

Welcome to the TeachHER Podcast Powered by The Innocent Brown Girl Project. Our mission is to convey strategies for Grit & Grace with educators and advocates of African American and Latina Girls. Thank you for joining us today. Today, our guest is Janae Marks. Janae Marks is the critically acclaimed author of middle grade novels From the Desk of Zoe Washington, A Soft Place to Land, and On Air with Zoe Washington. She has an MFA in Writing for Children from The New School. She is also part of the middle grade anthology Hope Wins. Her novels have been named Best Book of the Year by Parents Magazine, Chicago Public Library, the Boston Globe, the Bank Street College of Education, and others. From the Desk of Zoe Washington is currently in development with Disney Branded Television to become an original movie, executive produced by Kerry Washington. Janae grew up in the New York City suburbs, where she loved to read and write. She holds a B.A. in English Literature from Tufts University and a Master of Fine Arts in Writing for Children from The New School. Janae lives in Connecticut with her family. Social Media: TeachHER Podcast (Instagram) The Innocent Brown Girl Project (Instagram) The Innocent Brown Girl Project (Website) Guest Social Media Info: Janae Marks (Instagram) Janae Marks (Twitter) Websites Mentioned: Janae Marks (Website)  

Fairfield Public Library's monthly podcast helps you find your next great read. Fairfield Public Library Fairfield, CT fairfieldpubliclibrary.org Podcast host: Philip Bahr, Head of Adult Services Guests: Tamara Lyhne, Head of Children's Services, Stefanie Bergstrom, Branch Children's Librarian, and Emily Muller, Children's Librarian Thanks to our podcast editor Max Berryman for making us sound great! This month's FPL staff picks: Tamara Lyhne: Garvey in the Dark by Nikki Grimes Capturing Cow Farts and Burps by Erin Twamley Cooking with Chef Sloth (Part of the Animal Chef Series) School Trip by Jerry Craft On Air with Zoe Washington by Janae Marks Stefanie Bergstrom: Miles Lewis series – King of the Ice by Kelly Starling Lyons, ill. Wayne Spencer The Girl who Built an Ocean: An Artist, an Argonaut, and the True Story of the World's First Aquarium by Jess Keating, ill. Michelle Mee Nutter The Universe in You: A Microscopic Journey by Jason Chin Emily Muller: Mihi Ever After by Tae Keller, ill. Geraldine Rodríguez Lily and the Night Creatures by Nick Lake, ill. Emily Gravett Upcoming releases: The One and Only Ruby by Katherine Applegate

This week on Next Reads, Erin reads from Morning Sun in Wuhan by Ying Chang Compestine. Read-alikes include: When the World Turned Upside Down by K. Ibura From the Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae Marks Room to Dream by Kelly Yang New from Here by Kelly Yang

This week I sat down with Janae Marks, the critically acclaimed author of middle grade novels From the Desk of Zoe Washington and A Soft Place to Land. We get to hear about her journey from writing as a side hustle to becoming a full time author. Now, her best selling book is soon to be a Disney Original movie, produced by Kerry Washington!  In episode 328 Janae shares: How impactful and important her novels are for young Black kids  How to get started as a new author and the reality of how long the process all takes The pros and cons of self-publishing vs pitching a publishing house  How Disney Channel picked up her novel to become an original movie, executive produced by Kerry Washington Check out this episode and others on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube  This episode is brought to you by:  HubSpot Podcast Network- The audio destination for business professionals with content designed to help you listen, learn, and grow. Listen to Side Hustle Pro and more shows on the HubSpot Podcast Network, at https://www.hubspot.com/podcastnetwork.  Links mentioned in this episode Tufts University: https://www.tufts.edu/  The New School Masters Program: https://www.newschool.edu/writing/  Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators: https://www.scbwi.org/ Simon and Schuster: https://www.simonandschuster.com/  Harper Collins: https://www.harpercollins.com/  Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rss Announcements Join our Facebook Community If you're looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Guest Social Media Info Janae's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janaemarksbooks/  Janae's Website: http://www.janaemarks.com 

Middle-grade fiction is among Julie's favorite categories because of its ability to explore heavy concepts through the forthright lens of a young main character, and Janae Marks knows how to capitalize on this potential in her writing. She joins Julie to share the inspiration for her first book, From the Desk of Zoe Washington, and how she later came to write the unexpected sequel, On Air with Zoe Washington (out February 14, 2023). Julie and Janae discuss the process of writing Zoe as an eighth grader who had honest flaws but significant strengths, and Janae shares about why writing middle grade is her sweet spot – and how she found herself there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab a cup of coffee and settle in for this wonderful conversation between Christy and local author and teacher, Matthew Dicks. This interview is a journey... weaving effortlessly between topics; such as, the art of storytelling, the education system, writing, parenting, finding hidden gems in Connecticut and the challenges of living unhoused. Matthew is an open and generous guest who will inspire you to read one of his books while savoring some fantastic local pizza and ice cream. Enjoy!  http://speakupstorytelling.com/https://themoth.org/https://www.npr.org/programs/wait-wait-dont-tell-me/https://www.hillstead.org/https://chs.org/https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbankDay out in Chester, CThttps://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Gillette-Castle-State-Parkhttps://portal.ct.gov/DOT/Traveler/ferries/Chester-Hadlyme-Ferryhttp://www.ottochester.com/https://www.honeyconecreamco.com/Book RecommendationsI'll Show Myself Out: Essays on Midlife and Motherhood by Jessie KleinSomeday is Today: 22 Simple, Actionable Ways to Propel Your Creative Life by Matthew DicksThe Other Mother by Matthew Dicks Caravan of Dreams by Beth LapinThe Cricket in Times Square by George SeldenFrom The Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae MarksAt The Sea Floor Cafe by Leslie BulionThe Tornado by Jake Burt"Once Upon A Time in Connecticut" 2014 Connecticut Explored, Vol. 12 No. 4 Fall, 2014  www.ctexplored.org. This podcast uses music by Ashutosh, under a creative commons license:Time by ASHUTOSH | https://soundcloud.com/grandaktMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licensehttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

Hello listeners! Today I'm reviewing A Soft Place to Land by Janae Marks, the author of a great middle grade read From the Desk of Zoe Washington. If you listened to/watched my video episode, you'll know that I recently got A Soft Place to Land from the library. It's such an engaging book that I read it all in one day! Joy Taylor misses a lot of things. She misses her piano lessons. She misses the thick wall of her old bedroom. But mostly, she misses her old house. After Joy's father gets fired from his job, Joy and her family have to move to an apartment across town. Joy has to start at a new school, and she's worried she won't make any friends. With some friendly neighbors like Mae, Ziggy, and Nora, Joy starts to fit in and become friends with a group of 4: Nora, Elena, Oliver, and Miles. They even show her a secret room in the apartment that only kids know about! But between juggling her increasing worries about her parents getting divorced, her new job dog walking with Nora, and writing to the secret person in the Hideout, Joy fears everything might fall apart. INCLUDING her newfound friendships. How can Joy fix this? Email me at theseriesreview13@gmail.com. Enjoy! Send me a voice message at anchor.fm/riya-b13-message

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Janae Marks is the author of critically acclaimed middle grade novels, From the Desk of Zoe Washington and A Soft Place to Land, as well as the forthcoming novel On Air with Zoe Washington. She has an MFA in Writing for Children from The New School, and lives in Connecticut with her husband, daughter and miniature schnauzer named Cookie. Janae chats about motherhood, writing/publishing during a pandemic, growing up in New York, and new books. Website:http://www.janaemarks.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janaemarksbooks/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/janaemarksbooks

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We begin our Black History Month coverage with some reading recommendations, this time catered towards younger audiences. Newark Public Library Children's Librarian Sharon Owens, and Youth Services Supervisor Asha Mobiley, join us to help recommend books to read during the month for children, teens, and young adults.   Ages 3 and up Dream Big, Little One by: Vashti Harrison ( adaptation of Little Leaders:Bold Women in Black History) Follow Your Dreams, Little One (adaptation of Little Legends: Exceptional Men in Black History) Little People, BIG DREAMS by: Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara and various authors and illustrators A is for Activist by Innosanto Nagara Shades of Black: A Celebration of our Children by: Sandra Pinkney and Photographs by Miles Pinkney Let the Children March by: Monica – Clark Robinson Illustrated by: Frank Morrison This is the Rope: A Story from the Great Migration by: Jacqueline Woodson, Illustrated by James Ransome Sing a Song: How Lift Every Voice and Sing Inspired Generations by: Kelly Starling Lyons, Illustrated by: Keith Mallet The ABC's of Black History by Rio Cortez, Lauren Semmer Opal Lee and What it Means to be Free: The True Story of the Grandmother of Juneteenth by: Alice Faye Duncan, Illustrated by: Keturah Bobo All Different Now: Juneteenth the First Day of Freedom by: Angela Johnson, Illustrated by E.B. Lewis 28 Days: Moments in Black History that Changed the World by: Charles R. Smith Jr., Illustrated by: Shane Evans Bedtime Inspirational Stories 50 Amazing Black People who Changed the World by: L.A. Amber Illustrated by: TZ Nissen   Ages: 8-12: (Middle School) Like Vanessa by Tami Charles (Vanessa Brantley-Newton, Illustrator) When Winter Robeson Came by Brenda Woods Take Back the Block by Chrystal D. Giles  From the Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae Marks Stella by Starlight by Sharon M Draper Look Both Ways: A Tale Told in Ten Blocks by Jason Reynolds   Early Teens (12+) Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo This Is My America by Kim Johnson Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds & Ibram X. Kendi   Older Teens (15+) Punching the Air by Ibi Zoboi & Yusef Salaam The Hate U Give, On the Come Up, Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas Dear Martin by Nic Stone  Monday's Not Coming by Tiffany D. Jackson

In this episode I got to talk with an awesome and brilliant young lady that I've had the pleasure of knowing for over 10 years. She is talking about her experiences as a child when it comes to literacy. She also gives some great pointers on how to encourage more young people to want to read. Her grace, sweetness and thoughtfulness was really exuding throughout this whole episode. Make sure you have your notebooks and pens handy because Aminah was dropping dimes, nuggets and jewels. Book recommendation by Aminah: From the desk of Zoe Washington by Janae Marks Follow me Ms. Sasha on IG @ abclearntutoring and abc.read Facebook @ abc learn, LLC and abc read Twitter @ RealReadingTalk LinkedIn @Sasha Beckette-Abdullah

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The final Eternals trailer has revelations, big announcements from Disney Branded Television, original movie From the Desk of Zoe Washington being developed, Freeform's annual Halloween Road is back in person, stunning video from the first day of rehearsals for the re-opening of The Lion King on Broadway, Disney Uncharted Adventure interactive game is coming to the Disney Wish, reflections on Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings, more than 3,000 Star Wars props have arrived at the Walt Disney Archives, Disney Genie is coming this fall to help plan your best Disney day, and Alex Honnold will be featured on a new show for Nat Geo on Disney+. Plus, Monsters at Work star Ben Feldman talks screaming (a lot), meeting Mickey Mouse at Disneyland, and being upstaged by Lady and Tramp.

It seems like only yesterday our moms were nagging us to read, read, read! Now, here we are, moms of two and finding ourselves doing the same.  Why is reading so important, and how do we get our kids to start reading and maybe even enjoy it? Join us as we talk to Kelly Hiltz, kindergarten teacher and mom of two. Kelly will give all the details on why reading is important, how to inspire reading amongst our kids, and some book recommendations that might entice our young ones to "pick up a book already"! Patreon | Love what you're hearing? Help fund ongoing episodes through donations as little as $1/month. Learn more here! Leave a review | When you leave a five star iTunes review, it helps others with similar interests and passions find us when they're looking for new content. Thank you in advance! Resources and Show Notes Kelly's Interviews with The Mom Hour: Kindergarten Readiness & Parent Teacher Relationships (voices episode 23) Freaking Out Less about Kindergarten, COVID Learning Loss & Elementary School Academics (voices episode 60). You can find her on Instagram @askateachermom or on her blog @askateachermom (Instagram)   Book Recommendations By Grade:  Preschool Llama Llama Red Pajama by Anna Dewdney Corduroy by Don Freeman Pete the Cat by Eric Litwin and James Dean (series) Press Here by Herve Tullet Good Morning Superman by Michael Dahl (series) Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems (series) Anything by Todd Parr or Eric Carle Read Alouds Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry and Vashi Harrison The Book with No Pictures by B.J. Novak We Don't Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T. Higgins The Book with No Pictures by BJ Novak Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed Shark Lady by Jess Keating The Alien Next Door by AI Newton (series) Beginning Readers/Early Chapter Books Let's Go For a Drive by Mo Willems (Elephant and Piggie series) Hi Fly Guy by Tedd Arnold (series) Hi Jack by Mac Barnett (series) The Doghouse by Jan Thomas (series) Meet Yasmin by Saadia Faruqi (series) Ling and Ting Not Exactly the Same by Grace Lin (series) Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride by Kate DiCamillo (series) Second and Third Grade *Continue to read to them if they are still into it, choose books you both enjoy *Allow them to fully choose their own independent books Lola Levine is Not Mean by Moncia Brown (series) Zoey and Sassafras: Dragons and Marshmallows by Asia Citro (series) Ricky Ricotta's Mighty Robot by Dav Pilkey (series) (great for reluctant readers but some reviewers think it's violent so look through it first if you are sensitive to those kind of things) Dory Fantasmagory by Abby Hanlon (series) Humphrey's Really Wheely Racing Day by Betty Birney and Priscilla Burris (series) Fourth and Fifth Grade *thanks Amber for the recommendations @IowaAmberReads on instagram, lots of good middle grade and adult recommendations Babysitters Club Graphic Novels by Gale Galligan, Raina Telgemeier, Ann M. Martin (series) Allergic by Megan Wagner Lloyd New Kid by Jerry Craft (and the sequel Class Act) Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow by Jessica Townsend (series) The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate (and the sequel The One and Only Bob) From the Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae Marks Front Desk by Kelly Yang The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise by Dan Gemeinhart (recommend this author) Look Both Ways by Jason Reynolds Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan Audiobooks Overdrive or Libby App to get audiobooks from the library Scribd (9.99 a month for unlimited audiobooks and they have lots of great kids ones, also 1 month free trial) Audiobooks my almost 2nd grader has enjoyed: Ma...

This Program Originally Aired on December 23rd, 2020. As the country’s young population is becoming more diverse, children’s and young adult literature books are struggling with representation. According to a 2019 report on diversity in books, roughly 42% of books feature a white main character. So, what is being done to disrupt this? This hour on Disrupted, we delve into the world of young adult literature and why it is important to see representation and diversity in books. We’ll hear from Chandra Prasad about writing multi-racial characters and a young author about protesting. We’ll also hear from a local bookstore on what they are doing to bring more representation and inclusion to their community. Book Recommendations:  “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian” by Sherman Alexie “Speak” by Lauren Halse Anderson “Kira-Kira” by Cynthia Kadohata “All American Boys” by Brendan Kiely “Front Desk” by Kelly Yand “Damselfly” by Chandra Prasad “King and the Dragonflies” by Kacen Callendar “This is My America” by Kim Johnson “From the Desk of Zoe Washington” by Janae Marks “This Book is Anti-Racist” by Tiffany Jewell   This week's episode was originally produced by Daniela Luna and Catie Talarski. Our team also includes James Szkobel-Wolff and Zshekinah Collier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warning: This episode may induce hunger. Books mentioned: Bloom, From the Desk of Zoe Washington, A Cook's Tour, and the Sin du Jour series. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/keepitfictional/message

Enjoy our presentation of From the Desk of Zoe Washington written by Janae Marks and published by Katherine Tegen Books. Zoe Washington isn't sure what to write. What does a girl say to the father she's never met, hadn't heard from until his letter arrived on her twelfth birthday, and who's been in prison for a terrible crime? A crime he says he never committed. Could Marcus really be innocent? Zoe is determined to uncover the truth. Even if it means hiding his letters and her investigation from the rest of her family.From the Desk of Zoe Washington  is an Amazon Best Book of the Month, #1 Kids Indie Next List and A Junior Library Guild Selection. From the Desk of Zoe Washington is recommended for ages 8 and up. For more information and reviews, please see Common Sense Media. http://bit.ly/ZoeWashington_Reviews This title is available as an audiobook and ebook on Hoopla. Hoopla eBook - http://bit.ly/ZoeWashington_HooplaEbookHoopla Audiobook - http://bit.ly/ZoeWashington_HooplaAudioPlease visit www.calvertlibrary.info for more information.Music: Dub the Uke (excerpt) by Kara Square (c) copyright 2016. Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/mindmapthat/53340

Heather reviews three books in this first episode. The three books she discusses are:The Other Woman's House by Sophie Hannah Love Saves the Day by Gwen CooperFrom the Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae Marks