Beyond the Flap
by Naomi Krueger
Is anyone beyond redemption? “No,” says author Bryan Bliss. Not even criminals on death row, which the justice system has deemed worthy of execution. Bryan’s latest young adult novel, We’ll Fly Away, tackles this question by telling a compelling story of a teenager on death row and how he got there. Influenced by his own upbringing, his experiences with people living on death row, and his personal convictions about justice and redemption, Bryan’s writing invites teens to contend with deeper, meaningful issues. […]
Beyond the Flap
by Christina Rodriguez
An artist’s studio isn’t just a sanctuary for pensive reflection and ideas, but a workshop of endeavors, problem-solving, and a nexus of activity. For nationally-acclaimed children’s book illustrator John Parra, his studio is also a living testament to his Latino culture. John shares a peek inside the creative space where he infuses his background, culture, and personality into his award-winning multicultural children’s books and other projects that draw from his roots like the USPS 2017 “Delicioso” Forever Stamp series featuring his vibrant illustrations of popular Latin American cuisine. […]
Beyond the Flap
by Terri Barnes
Mary Alice Monroe doesn’t mind if her books are labeled “beach reads,” as long as they get readers to think about the beach while they’re relaxing there. The bestselling author incorporates environmental issues of animals like dolphins and sea turtles into her stories, and insists the story is paramount. “I’m writing about the people,” she says. “It isn’t just about the turtles. It’s all about emotion and storytelling, and then you let the truth—like a parable—come through.” […]
