 I’m a children’s writer. I LOVE kids books. And although I could disappear into the world of children’s literature and possibly never emerge, I do actually read other stuff. I like a light novel (but read Markus Zuzak’s Bridge of Clay recently at the suggestion of my son. Oh my, it was beautifully written but not light). I also enjoy a variety of non-fiction, especially books that make me think about my faith or challenge my spiritual walk with God. Three of these recent reads were Made In Our Image, Press Pause and God’s Abundand Mercy.
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 You'll love this interview with Michelle.
How do I know? Because she's honest enough to admit to something we all do: we judge books by their covers! And, here's the thing. I agree with her. Especially when it comes to children's books. When adults are choosing books to share with children - whether it's for bedtime stories, or in a classroom or library setting - covers are hugely important invitations. But that's not all Michelle looks out for when selecting books...  I first heard about God's Very Special Letters: the Epistles for Kids via social media. A friend I trusted as someone who keeps an eye out for quality Christian kids books shared a link to a Kickstarter campaign that was raising funds to publish three children's books. What caught my interest initially was that this was an Australian author/illustrator team. A closer look showed these books were going to be something totally unique: new translations of Philippians, Colossians & Philemon, and 1 Peter, written and illustrated specifically for children!
 Continuing my Reader Interview series, this month I'm interviewing Grace a primary teacher librarian. I was thrilled when she agreed to be interviewed for this blog series, mainly because I know school librarians have an enthusiastic yet critical appreciatioin of children's literature. They understand current trends and childhood experiences, and use that knowledge to specialise in matching books with kids (school librarians are my heros!). But I was also interested in what Grace would have to say about books with faith content - given she works at a Christian school and is a committed Christian herself. Her interview is interesting, insightful and packed full of fabulous book recommendations!
 It's been a while since I posted a 'think'. So here's one, a beginning anyway. I wonder what you might add if you were to contribute a stanza?
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The Penny DropsIn high school I used to write what I'd call 'thinks' - little bits of writing about whatever topic or issue I was mulling over at the time. I still write these little pieces. Categories
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