Tech...coding...mystery...unlicensed cats...Debian Perl: Digital Detective has it all.  Today's episode has our hosts interview the creative team behind the fun and playful graphic novel.  Get to know Mel Hilario, Katie Longua, and Lauren Davis.  We get to learn how every voice is valuable when collaborating on a project, and how much they remind out hosts of the PowerPuff Girls.  

To learn about these talented ladies check out there social media and websites below.  And to learn about Debian Perl visit www.onipress.com

Lauren Davis

Mel Hilario

Katie Longua

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Ever wonder what a rap battle in outer space versus a giant robot would look like?  No?  Than you should check out Sci-Fu, a graphic novel that blends old school beats, classic kung-fu with bright graphics and a fabulous cast of characters.  This is just one of the books that author illustrator Yehudi Mercado chats with us about.  With his latest book, Fun Fun Fun World, ready to drop this spring we get to learn about his inspiriation, his love of pizza, and which Marvel movie is is favorite.  

Check out Yehudi at www.supermercado.pizza or on Twitter @ymercado or Instagram @supermercadocomics

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"Princesses should be taught how to rule and not just be about the pretty dresses," states Ru Xu and her feelings of female characters.

Ru is the Edgar Award nominated author of the graphic novel Newsprints and the sequel Endgames as well as the webcomic series Saint for Rent.  Ru speaks to our hosts today about her thoughts on female characters, what she thinks about the Marvel Universe, and how crows are extremely intelligent.  

Follow Ru at https://www.ruemxu.com/ and on Twitter and Instagram @ruemxu 

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A special episode to express the the big week graphic novels had.  Ms. S shares her thoughts on why this medium has made such an impact on the literary world.  Congratulations to newly honored Newbery Medal recipient Jerry Craft and his book The New Kid.  

When it comes to writing author Chris Grabenstein says, "Try not to write all at once."   Join the kids as they talk with this award winning author about how he chose the name Mr. Lemoncello, collaborating with his wife J.J. on their latest book Shine and how difficult it can be writing with a cat on your lap.  You will find yourself giggling along as Chris answers some of the kids thought provoking questions. 

For more information on Chris and his books visit https://chrisgrabenstein.com/ or follow him on Twitter @cgrabentstein or on Instagram @cgrabber1955 

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We are honored to have to guests join us for today's episode.  Unplugged and Unpopular author Mat Heagerty and Oni Press editor Robin Herrera talk about the collaborative process behind putting a graphic novel together, where inspiration comes from, finding that just right illustrator, and whether or not they believe in aliens.  

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"Inspiration is everywhere, but personally I think that you have to go to a quiet place to find it. Maybe not literally, but you have to go to a quiet place inside yourself and listen to what’s there. I find people inspiring, though often not the ones who talk a lot about their own achievements and how great they are. I’m inspired by the ones who do things. Actions speak louder than words. I find nature and science inspiring. You can always have a lot of ideas - it’s the boldness of actually sitting down and trying to make something from those ideas that is the difficult part. Don’t ever be put off by it seeming impossible though - it isn’t. You just have to practice your own ability to focus, and little by little, you get better at making something concrete out of your own creativity," -Nick Abadzis

Today Joel, Maryam, Emily and Sairah talk with author and illustrator Nick Abadzis about his book Laika, getting through writer's block, and  trust in your creative process.  

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Today's episode was recorded before we went on our holiday break, and full of book recommendations for you and the readers in your life.  We hope you enjoy them. 

Books:

Brave by Svetlana Chmakova

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We are kicking off the holiday season with some great book recommendations by Emily and Joel.  We hope you add these to your holiday shopping list. 

Books Recommended:

Wonder by R.J. Palacio

Drama by Raina Telgemeier

Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson

Dork Diaries series by Rachel Renée Russell

Series of Unfortunate Events series by Lemony Snicket

Voyagers series written by several different authors

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