The Book Faire | Middle Grade and Children’s Literature for Librarians, Educators and Young Readers

Katherine Applegate on Writing Animals and Addressing Serious Topics

May 1

https://katherineapplegate.com/

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The interview with Katherine Applegate covers her introduction and the discussion of her book 'Wombat Waiting', the exploration of the voice inside us, the impact of climate change on young readers, the significance of animals in children's literature, writing from personal passion, writing from the perspective of animals, author identity and writing under pseudonyms, the pace of writing and publishing, the research process and access to information, and the author's reflection on writing for young readers.

Takeaways

  • Writing for young readers
  • Exploring real-world topics through children's literature

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Catherine Applegate and Wombat Waiting
  • 06:07 Climate Change and Young Readers
  • 11:38 Writing from Personal Passion
  • 18:05 The Pace of Writing and Publishing