Laurie Thompson

Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah on Oprah’s OWN

Laurie Thompson — Fri, 11 May 2012 18:12:08 +0000

I just found this short video that Oprah recently did on Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah, the subject of my manuscript ONE IS ENOUGH. I’ve been working on this story, in some form, since I first heard about it in 2005, and … Continue reading → Related posts:

Creativity Lost… and Found!

Laurie Thompson — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:38:02 +0000

For various reasons (health, chronic pain, an aging pet, volunteer commitments, and the Pacific Northwest weather), I’ve spent the winter pretty much chained to my desk. Whenever I had a spare moment I tried to force myself to sit down … Continue reading → No related posts.

SCBWI-WWA Nonfiction Intensive highlights

Laurie Thompson — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:19:28 +0000

On Friday, Andrew Karre from Lerner/Carolrhoda gifted a group of our region’s nonfiction writers with over five hours of his undivided attention. And, wow, was it an afternoon to remember! He brainstormed with the group and helped us hone our … Continue reading → Related posts:

Interview: Darcy Pattison on Writing WISDOM

Laurie Thompson — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 16:00:38 +0000

Last week I posted this review of Darcy Pattison’s moving new picture book, WISDOM, THE MIDWAY ALBATROSS. Today, Darcy stops by to discuss it! LT: Hi, Darcy! I’m so excited to have you visit. Can you tell me how you first become interested … Continue reading → Related posts:

I Facebook Friended an Albatross!

Laurie Thompson — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 13:00:14 +0000

Wisdom, the Midway Albatross by Darcy Pattison (illustrated by Kitty Harvill) Mim’s House, February 1, 2012 32 pages Reading level: 840L (grades 3-5) How does a bird in the middle of the Pacific Ocean survive the 2011 Japanese tsunami and other dangers for … Continue reading → No related posts.

Interview with author Cynthia Levinson

Laurie Thompson — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:00:20 +0000

A few weeks ago I posted this review of Cynthia Levinson‘s amazing middle-grade nonfiction book, WE’VE GOT A JOB. Now, I’m thrilled to welcome Cynthia herself here to talk about it! LT: Hi Cynthia! One of the first things I noticed … Continue reading → Related posts:

Interview with author Kelly Milner Halls

Laurie Thompson — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:04:01 +0000

A few weeks ago, I posted this review of Kelly Milner Halls’ most recent book, IN SEARCH OF SASQUATCH. Kelly was kind enough to follow up that review with an incredible interview about the book and her writing career. Please help me welcome … Continue reading → Related posts:

Review: We’ve Got a Job

Laurie Thompson — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:40:08 +0000

We’ve Got a Job by Cynthia Levinson Peachtree Publishers, February 1, 2012 176 pages Ages: 10 and up Oscar Wilde supposedly said, “Any fool can make history, but it takes genius to write it.” While I don’t necessarily agree with the first … Continue reading → Related posts:

STEM Friday roundup is here!

Laurie Thompson — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:00:51 +0000

I’m thrilled to be hosting STEM Friday today! If you reviewed a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) book for kids on your blog today, please leave your link in the comments or on Twitter (@lauriethompson), and I will add you to the … Continue reading → Related posts:

Review: In Search of Sasquatch

Laurie Thompson — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:59:41 +0000

In Search of Sasquatch by Kelly Milner Halls Houghton Mifflin Books for Children (October 25, 1011) 64 pages, ages 9 and up When I was a kid, one of my favorite books was BIGFOOT: MAN, MONSTER, OR MYTH? by Carrie Carmichael … Continue reading → Related posts: