From Thor's Speaks! A Guide to to the Realms by the Norse God of Thunder"The story of how Odin obtained the gift of poetry to share with humans involves murder, beheadings, black-hearted dwarves, and bird poop. My favorite kind of story!" Come see me talk about Thor Speaks! on the children's stage at the Decatur Book Festival this Sunday at 3:00. I'll be on stage with Mike … [Read more...] about Countdown to Thor’s Day: Odin, Poetry and Bird Poop
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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!
Look at this Cover! LOOK AT IT!
Isn't it amazing?! I'm proud to be part of the cover reveal for Stephanie Dray's new novel, America's First Daughter, the story of Jefferson's eldest daughter, Patsy. It releases in March. I can't wait to read this one! Also, get this. Just as the two authors--Stephanie and Laura Kamoie (aka Laura Kay)--were about to release the galleys for printing, the Robert H. Smith … [Read more...] about Look at this Cover! LOOK AT IT!
