It was such fun to hang out with authors Sandra Elaine Scott, Mia Wenjen, Kelly Carey, Nancy Tupper Ling, and musical performer Elijah T. Grasshopper. Elija T. Grasshopper performed songs with participation from Sandra Elaine Scott and Kelly Carey. Sandra Elaine Scott also read THE BLACK UNICORN, and I read about the gymnasts featured in…
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WE SING FROM THE HEART in CityBeat
While the book was written for children, this project is far more than just a simple story; at its core, this book is about the power of embracing your identity and what can transpire from speaking up about what you believe in. Thank you to CityBeat for featuring We Sing From The Heart: How…
Resources for Black History Month
My round-up of resources for Black History Month includes: African American children’s book lists Multicultural Children’s Book Club videos Read Your World Ig Live interviews with Black KidLit Creators African American Books for Kids 30 Black Joy Picture Books and Chapter Books Walden Pond and Black History Month Black Heritage Trail in Boston Children’s…
Celebrating Read Your World Day 2025!
Welcome to Read Your World Day 2025! Join us for our virtual party tonight at 9 pm EST. Sign up here Sign up for the virtual party and get ready to join the fun by answering the questions below. Those who respond will have a chance to win one of 10 Book Bundle Prizes,…
Thank you to New England Donor Services for having me!
Thank you to New England Donor Services for having me present to their Employee Resource Group (ERG)’s Author Lunch and Learn series: New England Donor Services staff had the opportunity to hear from author Mia Wenjen on her inspiration and passion for amplifying voices from underrepresented communities, especially Asian American voices, in children’s books. Thank…
Practical Tips on How to Teach Your Teenager to Drive
Teaching your teenager to drive can be nerve-wracking for parents, and — as excited as your teen may be — they could be nervous, too. The good news is that plenty of people have successfully done it before you. From spreading out instructional duties to staying calm, this parent’s guide to teaching driving includes 10…
18 Great Diverse Books for Read Your World Day!
In celebration of Read Your World Day on January 30th, I am sharing reviews of diverse children’s books that I’ve received. We will be giving away book bundles at our Virtual Party. It will be held at 9 pm EST on January 30th. Sign up here for Read Your World Virtual Party 18…







