Tag Archives: author interviews

Interview with Joan Leegant, author of Wherever You Go

Posted on November 5, 2011 by CarrieK

Last week, we wrapped up our read-along of Joan Leegant‘s Wherever You Go, hosted by myself and Avis at She Reads and Reads. It was a perfect book for a read-along, prompting some great discussion on the characters and themes. … Continue reading →

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Banned Books Week: Interview with YA author Chris Crutcher

Posted on September 27, 2011 by CarrieK

I had planned to do a whole week of posts in honor of Banned Books Week, but life got in the way. However, I didn’t want to let the week go by without mention. As a parent, I believe it … Continue reading →

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Bookish links for Saturday, August 20, 2011

Posted on August 20, 2011 by CarrieK

Author news: ~ Neil Gaiman was interviewed by a young fan for the Guardian. Reviews and blog posts that have me adding to my to-read list: ~ What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty, reviewed by Sandy at You’ve Gotta Read … Continue reading →

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Author Q&A with Geraldine Brooks – plus, a chance to win a galley of her new novel, Caleb’s Crossing

Posted on March 18, 2011 by CarrieK

Caleb’s Crossing is inspired by the life of Caleb Cheeshahteaumauk, the first Native American to graduate from Harvard College in 1665. Author Geraldine Brooks first learned about him during her time as a Radcliffe fellow at Harvard in 2006. Caleb … Continue reading →

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Bookish links for Saturday, January 29, 2011

Posted on January 29, 2011 by CarrieK

Thanks for all the nice compliments on my new theme – I am completely in love with it! As many of you have commented on the header Kevin made, I thought I would mention that he does blog hosting and … Continue reading →

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Bookish links for Saturday, December 18, 2010

Posted on December 18, 2010 by CarrieK

Author links: ~ Amy at My Friend Amy has an interview with A.S. Peterson, author of The Fiddler’s Gun and Fiddler’s Green. Discussion starters: ~ Pam at Bookalicious has been on a roll, giving us two hilarious videos: I am … Continue reading →

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Bookish links for Saturday, November 6, 2010

Posted on November 6, 2010 by CarrieK

Author links: ~ Kristi at The Story Siren has an interview with author Brenna Yovanoff, whose YA novel The Replacement I adored. ~ YA author Holly Cupala has revealed the title of her second book. I adored her first, Tell … Continue reading →

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Bookish links for Saturday, August 7, 2010

Posted on August 7, 2010 by CarrieK

Author links: ~ Shannon Hale: How to be a writer’s friend (or spouse) ~ Andi at Estella’s Revenge has an interview with Lucy Knisley, author of the graphic memoir French Milk. ~ Beth Kephart: How do you choose the books … Continue reading →

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