So thrilled and excited to learn that Hades Speaks: A Guide to the Underworld by the Greek God of the Dead made the the Young Adult Library Association's (YALSA) 2016 Quick Pick List for Reluctant Young Adult Readers in the nonfiction category. The list honors books the committee thinks teens "will pick up on their own and read for pleasure; it is geared to the teenager who, … [Read more...] about HADES a YALSA Quick Pick!
Mythology
Friday Funnies–THOR Style
In celebration of the release of THOR SPEAKS! Also, don't forget to sign up to win your free copy of the book. Q: Why won't Spiderman and Batman ever party with Thor ? A: Because they hate getting HAMMERED! "I'm THOR!" the God of Thunder cried while riding his horse. "That's because you forgot your thaddle, thilly!" said the filly. (And just to prove there is no … [Read more...] about Friday Funnies–THOR Style
Countdown to Thor’s Day: It’s Hammer Time!
Thor on his super hammer, belt of power, and magic iron gloves: "You should know that I don't actually need these power tools. I mean, I'm already super-strong. But I'm not going to lie--using them is a blast! And no, I won't let you borrow them. Ever. So stop asking..." From Thor Speaks! A Guide to the Realms by the Norse God of Thunder … [Read more...] about Countdown to Thor’s Day: It’s Hammer Time!
Countdown to Thor’s Day: Goat Chariot!
The official release date for THOR SPEAKS! is September 8th, though I will be signing it this weekend at the Decatur Book Festival! Come on out and see me on the Children's Stage this Sunday, September 6, at 3:00. Meanwhile, did you know that Thor rides a chariot pulled by goats? Here's his take on it: "Sorry about the smell. Riding behind them after they've gorged on … [Read more...] about Countdown to Thor’s Day: Goat Chariot!
Friday Funnies Returns–In Honor of THOR!
It kind of snuck up on me but Thor Speaks! comes out in a week! It's gotten a thumbs up from PW and Kirkus and I'll be introducing it at the Decatur Book Festival on Sunday, September 6th, on the children's stage. In the meantime, I thought I might revive Friday Funnies in honor of the big lug. Enjoy! … [Read more...] about Friday Funnies Returns–In Honor of THOR!
