I was thrilled and blown away by the fantastic review of MUCH ADO ABOUT BASEBALL by Linda Sue Park in The New York Times! Some highlights of the review include: "The presence of math puzzles in a book about baseball, by far the stat-happiest sport, seems perfectly organic" and "the books we read as … [Read more...]
My Interview on Mutually Inclusive!
I loved talking with Devyn at Mutually Inclusive about WHERE THREE OCEANS MEET and writing in general! You can read the whole interview here. … [Read more...]
My Interview on the MG Book Party Podcast!
I absolutely loved chatting with Heather Clark and Cheryl Caldwell of MG Book Party! We talked about our mutual love of Shakespeare, finding time to write, and my personal motto: follow the dopamine! Listen here, and make sure to subscribe to the podcast for interviews with many more wonderful … [Read more...]
My Interview in Shelf Awareness!
I loved doing this "Reading with..." interview with Shelf Awareness! Check out what I'm reading, my favorite book as a kid, and the book I fake read! … [Read more...]
The Cover Reveal for I’LL GO AND COME BACK!
Years ago, I wrote a picture book inspired by my grandmother — my Sita Pati. It was the first book I sold. And today, I get to share the cover of that book, I'LL GO AND COME BACK, which is illustrated by incredible Sara Palacios and comes out with Candlewick Press on March 29, … [Read more...]
My Interview on Kick-Butt Kidlit!
I had so much fun talking with Kick-Butt Kidlit about RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE and MUCH ADO ABOUT BASEBALL! Read my whole interview and enter to win a copy of RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE! … [Read more...]
RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE is a New England Book Award Finalist!
I'm honored and delighted that RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE has been named by the New England Independent Booksellers Association (NEIBA) as a New England Book Award Finalist! I'm thrilled to see this book of my heart among so many incredible books! The award winners will be announced in the fall. See the … [Read more...]
A Lovely Event with Chris Baron and Mysterious Galaxy Bookstore!
I loved hanging out with my friend Chris Baron with Mysterious Galaxy Bookstore to celebrate the release of his latest middle grade novel, THE MAGICAL IMPERFECT, which released the same day as MUCH ADO ABOUT BASEBALL! Check out our fun, far-ranging discussion below! powered by Crowdcast … [Read more...]
Unboxing Finished Copies of WHERE THREE OCEANS MEET!
Finished copies of my next picture book, WHERE THREE OCEANS MEET, arrived, and they are absolutely GORGEOUS! Check out my unboxing video of this book of my heart, and preorder a copy today! … [Read more...]
My Article in Writer’s Digest about Getting Six Books Published in 2021!
I was delighted to write this post for Writer's Digest on having six books published in 2021! As I mention in the piece, I never intended for this to happen—it came about due to a combination of coincidence and good luck. Read the whole post here. … [Read more...]
I talk MUCH ADO ABOUT BASEBALL with Kirkus Reviews!
I loved chatting with Kirkus Reviews about reading, writing, the inspiration for MUCH ADO ABOUT BASEBALL, and the Indian American experience...as well as who in the world are the New England Turkeys? Check out the full interview here. … [Read more...]
SEVEN GOLDEN RINGS is a 2021 Skipping Stones Honor Award Winner!
I'm so thrilled that SEVEN GOLDEN RINGS is a 2021 Skipping Stones Magazine Honor Award Winner! Congrats to all the winners, books that "promote an understanding of cultures, cultivate cooperation and/or encourage a deeper awareness of nature, ecology, and diversity. They foster respect for multiple … [Read more...]
A New, Summery Picture Book for 2023!
I'm SO excited that I will have another picture book with Abrams Kids in 2023! And I'm thrilled that amazing Abhi Alwar will illustrate this sweet summer story about family, sun, and ice cream! I can’t wait for SUMMER IS FOR COUSINS! … [Read more...]
Finished Copies of THE SECRET CODE INSIDE YOU Arrive!
I LOVE getting book mail, and getting finished copies of a forthcoming book is the best kind of book mail! Check out THE SECRET CODE INSIDE YOU, coming September 14, 2021 from Little Bee Books! … [Read more...]
SEVEN GOLDEN RINGS on the Long List for the Massachusetts Book Award!
I was thrilled to learn that my debut picture book, SEVEN GOLDEN RINGS, has been selected as a Must Read title selected by the Massachusetts Center for the Book — the long list for the Massachusetts Book Award! I'm even more delighted that I'm joined by fellow Soaring '20s Kelly Carey and Mary … [Read more...]
The Women in STEM and Kidlit Panel at the Heart of STEM Conference!
I loved being on this panel with fellow authors Julie Hampton, Janice Lao, and Vicky Fang for a "Women in STEM and Kidlit" panel as part of the Heart of STEM Conference for educators! We had such a wonderful time chatting about our careers, why we write books for kids with STEM elements, and how to … [Read more...]
A Fantastic Virtual Launch for MUCH ADO ABOUT BASEBALL with Chris Baron!
I was SO delighted that I got to iconic New York City bookstore Books of Wonder hosted the virtual launch of MUCH ADO ABOUT BASEBALL and the launch of my dear friend Chris Baron's newest novel, THE MAGICAL IMPERFECT! Chris and I met because our debut novels, MIDSUMMER’S MAYHEM and ALL OF ME, … [Read more...]
An Amazing Launch for MUCH ADO ABOUT BASEBALL!
After over fifteen months of virtual events, I was overjoyed to be able to hold an in-person outdoor event for the release of MUCH ADO ABOUT BASEBALL! The Silver Unicorn Bookstore held a fantastic launch at a local park; check out the video to see the fun conversation between me and Paul Swydan, the … [Read more...]
Finished Copies of MUCH ADO ABOUT BASEBALL Arrive!
I LOVED holding finished copies of MUCH ADO ABOUT BASEBALL! I can't wait until this book releases on June 15, 2021! … [Read more...]
A Fantastic nErDCampCT 2021!
I was honored to be a part of nErDCampCT 2021, taking part in panels on "The Heroes of Our Their Stories" and "Writing Verse for Kids." … [Read more...]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 6
- 7
- 8
- 9
- 10
- …
- 20
- Next Page »