CAROL GORDON EKSTER: In this wonderful #kidlit world, Laura Sassi stood out as a kind, supportive, and talented author. She’s a frequent visitor here at
Category: Interviews – Authors & Illustrators
Jerry Mahoney’s Middle Grade Humor
“I think humor has to work in service of the plot, not the other way around.” – Jerry Mahoney transparency fun fact: Sky Pony Press
Interview of Debut Author, Anna Meriano
A Dash of Trouble is the kind of book that makes you smile as you read. Eleven year old Leo is impetuous, mischievous, curious and
Interview with Kim Harrington, YA and MG #kidlit author
CAROL GORDON EKSTER: Kim Harrington, a fan of Writers’ Rumpus, is an acclaimed author with Scholastic, Penguin, and Sterling Childrens Books. I interviewed her below.
Interview of Jodi Kendall, Debut Author of The Unlikely Story of a Pig in the City
As the oldest of 5 children, and with 5 children of my own, I loved reading Jodi Kendall’s book, The Unlikely Story of a Pig
Meet Ruth Spiro, #kidlit author of Baby Loves Science series
Carol Gordon Ekster: Ruth Spiro is one of those wonderful #kidlit folks that I connected with through our shared experience of being alumni of Jane Yolen’s
Interview of Penny Parker Klostermann, Author of A Cooked-Up Fairy Tale
Although I’ve never met Penny Parker Klostermann in person, I’ve known her on-line for many years. I’ve guest posted on her blog with all five
Interview with talented #kidlit author, Laya Steinberg
CAROL GORDON EKSTER: Laya, what led you to become a writer for children? LAYA STEINBERG: The one-word answer: children. Mine. I know, that’s two words. Probably
Wearing Two Hats: Interview with Author/Illustrator Gina Perry
I was lucky enough to meet author/illustrator Gina Perry at the 2017 NESCBWI conference this past April and am thrilled to interview her about her
Interview with Amazing Illustrator Carol Schwartz
Carol Schwartz’s illustrations are resplendent with color and texture in detailed, accurate scenes showing wildlife and ecosystems rendered for children. She specializes in science and
Interview with Pitch América Creator: Laura Pohl
There are multiple ways to make sure editors and agents see your manuscript, from cold querying to pitching online and in person to contests. The
Interview of Picture Book Author Henry Herz
I’m excited to interview picture book author, Henry L. Hertz for Writer’s Rumpus! Kirsti Call: What was your inspiration for Cap’n Rex and His Clever
Meet #kidlit blogger and debut author, Danielle Davis.
CAROL GORDON EKSTER: I found Danielle through her wonderful blog about picture books, “This Picture Book Life.” Her literary love is evident and I’ve been
Interview: Trisha Wooldridge
T.J. Wooldridge, better known as Trisha to her friends, is a science fiction and fantasy writer living in Massachusetts. She caught my eye with her
