Tag: kidlit
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Toronto Tuesdays: Claudia Osmond
I typically don’t participate in my own interview series, but at the prompting of a friend I am my own guest for this final Toronto Tuesdays post of 2022. At first I thought it would be kind of weird interviewing myself, but tbh I have conversations with myself all the time so this really didn’t…
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Toronto Tuesdays: Maureen McGowan
I’m so happy to interview my friend Maureen McGowan for today’s Toronto Tuesdays post. I’ve known Maureen since the start of our TorKidLit writers’ and illustrators’ group in 2009. She is deeply committed to her craft and is a great example of being a diligent and versatile author. She is also a huge support to…
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Toronto Tuesdays: Debbie Ohi
I am so happy to have my friend Debbie Ohi as today’s guest! I’ve known Debbie since the start of our Torkidlit group in 2009. She is a fierce lover and supporter of the kidlit community and is one of the most authentic and truly beautiful people I know. Debbie has been a steady voice…
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Toronto Tuesdays: Frieda Wishinsky
Today I’m pleased to interview Frieda Wishinsky. Frieda is a great contributor of kidlit and supporter of kidlit creators. She has been a steady voice of encouragement for me over the years, particularly when cheering me on as I searched for an agent (her cheers eventually paid off! 😀) Thank you, Frieda, for all the…
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Toronto Tuesdays: Aino Anto
I am absolutely honoured to host Aino Anto on the blog today. I know Aino from our TorKidLit writers’ and illustrators’ group and every interaction I’ve had with her reveals a little more of her deeply creative and introspective soul. This interview is no exception. And I know you will experience the same as you…
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Toronto Tuesdays: Helaine Becker
Today I’m happy to host multi-talented Helaine Becker. Helaine is the author of 100+ books (no, that’s not a typo) and is a fabulous visual artist as well. To say she is motivated and prolific is definitely an understatement. Thanks for participating Helaine! Welcome! What’s your favourite creative medium? What draws you to expressing yourself…
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Toronto Tuesdays: Ishta Mercurio
I’m happy to interview my friend Ishta Mercurio for today’s Toronto Tuesdays blog post series. I met Ishta several years back, probably at a TorKidlit event of some sort, and we’ve had some good times together — especially during the wild plannings of two super fun Kidlit Galas in The Before Times. Ishta is passionate…
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Toronto Tuesdays: Kari Maaren
I can’t remember exactly when I met Kari — it was most likely at a TorKidLit meet up — but she has become one of my favourite people on the planet. There are so many things to love about her, but one of the things I love most is her sense of humour — she’s…
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Toronto Tuesdays: Bev Katz Rosenbaum
I am so pleased to have had the opportunity to officially interview my good friend, Bev. We talk shop — and life! — a lot, but it’s generally on a patio while enjoying good food and drinks! Bev is one of those people who you just know is in your corner no matter what. She’s…
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Introducing Toronto Tuesdays
We could all use a bit of a lift these days, am I right? Even this natural-born melancholic is craving some good news, some levity, some magic. (okay … I always crave magic) So, let me help add some bright spots to your days. Toronto Tuesdays is a new series of interview-style blog posts I’m…
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