Author Interviews
Why I Write for Kids: An Interview with CBC Canada Writes
The president of CANSCAIP – The Canadian Society of Children’s Authors, Illustrators and Performers – on her memories of Dr. Seuss books, playing with words, and childhood.
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Author Profile by Lena Coakley for CANSCAIP
A profile in the Fall 2012 quarterly publication of CANSCAIP – the Canadian Society of Children’s Authors, Illustrators and Performers.
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Feature Author Interview by Orca Book Publishers
Why do you write, and why children’s books?
I write to understand the world. I love how a gorgeous string of words can alter my perceptions, widen my view of the world. Words have incredible power. They can inspire us to do great things. They can make us laugh or cry. I’m continually fascinated by the power of words to move me. Read More >>
Profile for Canadian Materials by David Jenkinson
Karen Krossing’s childhood was rich with family stories told by her mother. One such story tells how determined Karen was to follow her own path, even before she was born.
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Brainpicking Children’s Author Karen Krossing by Sarah Raymond
Best time/place to write: I get my best ideas when I’m falling asleep. I repeat them in my head a few times and then write them down once I get to my desk.
Author you wish you had for a high school English teacher: E.B. White, author of Charlotte’s Web and other books. He could write a mean sentence and explain why it worked so well. Read More >>
Interview with YA Author Karen Krossing by Cheryl Rainfield
Karen Krossing writes fantasy and realistic fiction for teens. Her characters face compelling issues with integrity. Karen is the author of Pure, Take the Stairs, and The Castle Key. Today she talks with us about her books, her writing life, and more.
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Getting that Professional Polish: Library Writing Workshop
by Sanjeev Narayanaswamy
Teens were treated to an evening of fun, as they gleaned tips for improving their creative writing at a workshop with Toronto writer Karen Krossing held at North York Central Library on February 20. Sanjeev Narayanaswamy participated in the workshop and reports. Read More >>
