Alexandra Villasante, author of Fireblooms (Nancy Paulsen Books), joins Matthew to talk about paying for our words.

Visit Alexandra Villasante online at alexandravillasante.com

Other helpful links:

• Alexandra Villasante at the Highlights Foundation

• LGBTQIA2S+ Voices at the Highlights Foundation - Craft and education, community-building, and resources and support for LGBTQIA2S+ creatives and professionals in and around the children's book industry.

Learn more about the Highlights Foundation and their upcoming programs by visiting www.highlightsfoundation.org.

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