Tell us about your books
I write diverse chapter books for ages 6-14.
Which books did you enjoy growing up?
I read everything Judy Blume and Beverly Cleary wrote.
What is your favorite food or foods?
I love mocha iced coffee, pizza, and cupcakes. I’m a foodie. I’ll try just about anything that isn’t seafood.
What inspired you to write your books?
I wanted readers to see characters in every genre that looked like them, so I write all types of books with diverse characters. I wrote my most recent novel, Five Things About Dragonflies, because I was interested in the story of runaway slaves and Seminole Indians in 1812 Spanish Florida. It’s a great way to take young readers back in time and spark conversations.
Where is your favorite place to read?
I’ll read anywhere. I don’t really have a favorite place. I mostly read before bed.
What do you like to do when you’re not writing?
I like fitness and I’m a movie buff.
What did you learn when you were writing your first book?
I learned to take the advice of those who have come before you. They know what they’re talking about.
As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up?
I wanted to be a teacher or a truck driver. I have no idea where the whole truck driver thing came from other than I loved being on the road.
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