Author Graci Kim talks about the superpowers that children have, the experience of working in the Rick Riordan universe, and the inspiration to shape stories and her own unique worlds. You can read more about Graci's work at https://www.gracikim.com/

Comics creator and artist/author Rashad Doucet (and his special guest) talks about comics, creating, and the stories that he wants to share in the world. You can follow Rashad's work on Instagram.

Comics creator Aaron McClellan talks about his history in the comics industry and forming future endeavors.

Dr. Dani Kachorsky talks about multimodality, encouraging readers, and embracing comics (and more) as part of literacy instruction.

Author Gennifer Choldenko talks about creating stories for young readers and paths to literacy.

Dr. Ashley Dallacqua, Assistant Professor of Literacy and Language Arts at The University of New Mexico, talks about comics, media, and the transformative work of teachers.

Author and artist Mike Dawson talks about crafting in comics, creating middle grades books, and the joy of school visits and positive reading communities. You can read more about Mike's workshops and school visits at https://www.cartooninglessonswithmikedawson.com/ and follow his work and posting on Instagram.

Author and artist Dania Novgorodoff talks about expanding arts and creativity through graphic novels and picture books, as well as adapting the verse novel, Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds, into graphic novel form. You can read more about Danica's work at https://www.danicanovgorodoff.com/

The Weatherfords talk with me about close collaborations, the power of images and verse, and the vital work of exploring family history and sophisticated topics for young readers. You can read more about their work at https://cbweatherford.com/

Comics creator Miss Lasko-Gross talks about the publishing process, sharing work visually, and expanding authorial and artistic horizons. You can see and read more about Miss's work at https://www.instagram.com/misslaskogross/?hl=en