"I hope that readers will be able to see how cultures and artists from all around the world have interacted with each other as the world became more connected over time."
"Discussing the pandemic through the lens of wildlife strikes me as an ideal way to open a conversation with children. Look how nature bounces back when people get out of the way."
"Macy’s teacher Miss Black throws books in the trash on purpose knowing Macy will fish them out and read them on the sly. She mothers Macy through books."
"My Geraldine Pu series was all about a child who gains confidence and self-assurance as she grows more independent in her young life. What an encouraging mirror for kids who’ve just embarked on a reading journey!"