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Tuesday, February 2, 2016 1:15:29 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled One Plastic Bag named a 2016 Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young Readers:
Miranda said, "Growing up, I didn't really like social studies (other than geography, thanks to my fifth grade teacher). I considered history boring and full of dates and wars and people I couldn't relate to. Today's educational materials, especially..." more
Wednesday, December 23, 2015 12:02:32 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled Thanks for a Great Debut Year!:
Miranda said, "2015 has been a great one, thanks to all of you.I didn't find much time to blog, but I wanted to make sure everyone who is putting books into kids' hands (my books or ANY books!) deserves a holiday toast. Cheers!Here's my end-of-year newsletter with..." more
Tuesday, December 16, 2014 11:34:25 AM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled My new website is up!:
Miranda said, "Hi everyone!In case you hadn't popped over to MirandaPaul.com lately, I wanted to let you know that my new "official" author site has gotten a makeover. Kristy and Bryce from Two Nerds, One Dream are the amazing team who put it together.I'll post..." more
Wednesday, September 17, 2014 4:42:42 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled Cover Reveal!:
Miranda said, "The cover for Water is Water is done—and it's awesome.Kudos to the amazing Jason Chin!I actually got a little sentimental when I posted to my Facebook friends about the book. I said this:and shared this:And now I'm off to re-do my website so that..." more
Wednesday, September 3, 2014 12:01:58 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled Calling all teachers & librarians! #Kidlit Panel in Green Bay, Wisconsin:
Miranda said, "Hope to see many of you on September 13th in Green Bay!Crossroads in Kids’ Books: A Conversation with Educators, Parents, Librarians & AuthorsDon’t miss this discussion, panel and social event for people involved in getting..." more
Friday, August 1, 2014 4:50:26 AM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled Cover Reveal!:
Miranda said, "Being an author certainly has its ups and downs, but seeing your cover for the first time— and loving it— is definitely an UP!I wasn't prepared for how emotional seeing the book cover for the first time could be. When I opened the email from my..." more
Friday, June 20, 2014 10:53:43 AM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled Looking for diverse picture books this summer? Try these.:
Miranda said, "Happy summer!Here are a few great picture book reads recommended by #WeNeedDiverseBooks team members, supporters, and partners. Each graphic features a well-known book, and a complementary book written by a diverse author or featuring a diverse main..." more
Sunday, June 1, 2014 7:33:04 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled On Writing "Multicultural" Literature:
Miranda said, "Note: This article was first published in 2013 as part of the "Writerly Wisdom" series at Donna Martin's blog entitled, On The Write Track. I made a few adjustments to a few links that were updated, and an occasional word swap. Click here to..." more
Tuesday, May 20, 2014 8:29:07 AM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled Come Visit Me in My Studio!:
Miranda said, "Come on in to my office!Artist Andrea Skyberg hosted me on her Studio Tours Blog recently. I loved being able to share my space. My husband built the studio/office for me, and I'm eternally grateful to him for being so thoughtful and handy. I use..." more
Friday, May 2, 2014 4:19:28 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled List of Diverse Picture Books - #WeNeedDiverseBooks:
Miranda said, "While there's still a severe need for more books by and about many underrepresented people, one focus of the #WeNeedDiverseBooks campaign is to make readers, book buyers, librarians, teachers, and the general public aware of some of the great..." more
Wednesday, April 30, 2014 12:03:23 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled #WeNeedDiverseBooks - Campaign May 1-May 3:
Miranda said, "Please don't ask us (with surprised eyes) where on Earth and how we met,as though we are a phenomenon.We are not the only family that looks like this. P.S. My 5-year-old would love itif strangers stopped touchinghis hair.There's been..." more
Friday, March 21, 2014 2:17:42 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled If It's Snowy and You Know It by Kim Norman - Perfect Picture Book Friday:
Miranda said, "It's March 21 and there's still lots of snow outside. (Ugh.) But signs of spring are beginning to show themselves.Last night was one example. I had an OWL MOON moment. You know, "Sometimes there's an owl, and sometimes there isn't," Jane Yolen..." more
Tuesday, March 11, 2014 4:08:55 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled Picture Books about Grief, Loss, Death, or Dying - A Quick List:
Miranda said, "Awhile back, I was working on a grief/loss picture book. I learned through my research that there are quite a number of these types of books on the market. I also critique a number of manuscripts from aspiring writers in which a grandparent or..." more
Thursday, February 27, 2014 9:46:26 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled We Stand Up for Girls!:
Miranda said, "Last February, on one of my first nights of the library project in Gambia with Isatou Ceesay, our colleague got a phone call. His wife was in labor! The rush to find a vehicle began. We needed to get her to the clinic ASAP. We hurried and..." more
Thursday, February 27, 2014 9:46:26 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled Illustrator Reveal! and Perfect Picture Book Friday:
Miranda said, "I've been sitting on this news for awhile, and finally have been given the green light to announce it publicly:One Plastic Bag will be illustrated by Elizabeth Zunon!Those of you who know the story of One Plastic Bag and are familiar with Ms...." more
Thursday, February 27, 2014 9:46:26 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled The Cloud Spinner - Perfect Picture Book Friday:
Miranda said, "Last weekend, after my usually-mild-mannered daughter had an "episode" in the car over something she NEEDED SO BAD and RIGHT NOW, I responded like this:"Young lady, we need to have a talk about needs and wants."She replied something to the effect of..." more
Thursday, February 27, 2014 9:46:26 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled Yoo-Hoo, Ladybug! by Mem Fox - PPBF:
Miranda said, "Later today I'll be sitting on a #kidlit panel on Ethics in literature at The Reader's Loft Bookstore. As part of the Ethics Day events, I was asked to compile a list of books for kids that deal with moral/ethical issues and share with parents.Of..." more
Thursday, February 27, 2014 9:46:26 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled Seven Spools of Thread: A Kwanzaa Story:
Miranda said, "Yesterday, families across the country began Kwanzaa celebrations. My son, who is in preschool now, had the opportunity to make Kwanzaa candles this year. Although we aren't celebrating the full holiday here at home this year (we have another short..." more
Thursday, February 27, 2014 9:46:26 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled Great Joy!:
Miranda said, "It's 10 a.m. on the 10th day of a New Year, and I'm just getting to my first post of 2014. This week has been a little crazy—need I say more than Polar Vortex?Yes, it's been cold here. And we've been thinking a lot about the homeless in our city..." more
Thursday, February 27, 2014 9:46:26 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled The Metal Man by Aaron Reynolds:
Miranda said, "It's Perfect Picture Book Friday!And my latest book deal was announced in Publisher's Marketplace this week! So here you have it. Long-awaited details of my next book:(I actually missed the announcement because I was too busy working on another book..." more
Thursday, February 27, 2014 9:46:26 PM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled :
Miranda said, "I just saw the press release for my Monday speaking engagement with the awesome editor/writer Sharon Verbeten. I'm humbled! It's pretty awesome in that it refers to the two of us as a "Dynamic Duo."Although writing and publishing have their fair..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 3:41:48 AM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled ISLAND: A STORY OF THE GALAPAGOS by Jason Chin - Perfect Picture Book Friday:
Miranda said, "It's Friday—the first Friday of summer vacation for me!Joy. Joy. Joy.This time of year means planning trips, watching nature change day by day, and feeling alive. We've had a long winter this year in Wisconsin, and I know that this summer is..." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 3:41:48 AM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled How Martha Saved Her Parents from Green Beans - Perfect Picture Book Friday:
Miranda said, "Well, summer is now officially here for my kids, and all the freedom (and rebelliousness) that comes of three months without school took about. . .3 1/2 minutes to take hold of their attitudes.Take Wednesday night at the dinner table, for instance...." more
Friday, September 6, 2013 3:41:48 AM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled Road Trip Recap!:
Miranda said, "You may have been wondering where I have been.I will tell you.In the month of June, our family packed up the car and traveled 2,450 miles.Here are some of the highlights:ROAD TRIP RECAP - June 2013Let's pack up and go!First official stop: Fishing..." more
Friday, June 10, 2016 10:35:58 AM
Miranda Paul wrote a blog post titled On Stories, Sugar, and Being Disinvited:
Miranda said, "I rarely blog these days, but there is a story I've kept in my head for too long.For years, I told myself I'd tell this story in public. One day. When I had the time. Or opportunity. Or courage. I don't know why I've held onto it for so long, but..." more