Middle Aged and Young Adult Readers: Book Reviews

Book reviews for middle aged and young adult readers with a cultural and/or mindfulness, compassion or gratitude emphasis. Includes profiles of authors and links to the podcast and YouTube conversations between Dr. Paige and the author/illustrator

Julie Artz: Book Coach and Author

Navigating Writing and Publishing with Book Coach Julie Artz  In this episode, Elisabeth interviews Julie Artz, a seasoned book coach and author who assists writers crafting empowerment and justice-driven stories. Julie discusses her journey from technical writing to book coaching, her services, and the importance of finding the right critique partners and support systems. She …

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Nicole Chen: Picture Book Author and Middle Grade Novelist

Welcome to Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Nicole Chen: Picture Book Author and Middle Grade Novelist  We conclude Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with an insightful interview featuring children’s author Nicole Chen. Initially, Nicole’s writing didn’t focus on Asian/American characters. However, in response to the surge of hatred stemming from the Covid pandemic, …

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Maria Scrivan: Graphic Novelist and Syndicated Cartoonist

The Nat series and “Half Full” by NYT Best Selling Author and Syndicated Columnist Maria Scrivan Maria is living her childhood dream, embracing the dual roles of syndicated cartoonist and a graphic novelist with gusto. Her creative canvas is the everyday emotional rollercoaster, where joy and challenges intertwine, and humor and joy acts as the …

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