See, it’s not just me who’s not a huge fan of taking all of our childhood movies and mining them for blockbusters. Just. Say. Don’t.
Confidential to Susan, who asked where I’ve been lately: I swear, I’ll be back! The brain has gone into hiding, and I’ve been working to get get back…
“Each word I write is a balanced step; each chapter becomes an exercise in tightrope walking, as I align myself between the fact that no one can tell my stories but me, and the reality that the gatekeepers are the people through whose hoops I have to jump. Is there a way to “win?” Are we even playing the same game? Time will tell.
Meanwhile, if you’ve been by Bowllan’s Blog at the School Library Journal, you’ll find me in good company with people like Don Tate and Mitali Perkins. The WAR – Writers Against Racism rolls on!
I need to catch up on all those amazing posts — I just read yours and Francisco's and Mitalis and they are moving and powerful! Thanks for your honesty and hopefulness…
Beautifully stated, Tanita!! Your words give me hope. Thank you!