Episode 9: Deaf & Hard of Hearing Characters
In the longest episode yet, the mamas just can’t stop yakking about the great and not-so-great (Judge Judy’s in da house!) Middle Grade books with deaf and hard of hearing characters. The mamas find authors to stalk and characters to love while advocating for the deaf community. And that’s not all.…
#32: Gary Schmidt 2006
In Rewrite Radio Episode #32, Gary Schmidt discusses the ethical implications of using memories in fiction at the 2006 Festival of Faith & Writing.Gary Schmidt’s novels, though set as far back as 1730, often include moments and scenes from his own past and experience. So how does the writer for mid…
Gary Schmidt: 2011 National Book Festival
Author Gary Schmidt appears at the 2011 National Book Festival.
Speaker Biography: Gary Schmidt still uses a 1953 Royal typewriter for all of his writing. He is a two-time winner of the Newbery Honor Award, for "Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy" and "The Wednesday Wars." Schmidt is also a pro…
#24: Katherine Paterson 2004
Today’s episode of Rewrite Radio features Katherine Paterson at the 2004 Festival of Faith & Writing. In this talk she discusses how and why she finds meaning in the midst of life’s chaos, the comforts and challenges of art, and also the vital importance of teachers. Katherine Paterson is the autho…
Personal Responsibility Through Poetry and Drama, Susan Kopp, 29-Nov-2015
One of the most valuable elements of fictional writing, such as dramatic literature and poetry, is that it enables audience members to make connections with their own lives. In looking at the situation or state of a character, we can safely begin to look deeper into ourselves, and to ask questions …
Book Club: Just Like That by Gary D. Schmidt
The Wednesday Wars by Gary D. Schmidt
Okay for Now by Gary D. Schmidt
Just Like That by Gary D. Schmidt
The Labors of Hercules Beal by Gary D. Schmidt
Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy by Gary D. Schmidt
First Boy by Gary D. Schmidt
A Long Road on a Short Day by Gary D. Schmidt
Orbiti…
Juvenile and YA Fiction: Gary D. Schmidt
What can CenterForLit’s favorite children’s author teach us about the difference between juvenile and YA fiction? Adam and Missy sit down with Ian in this episode to talk about what makes the work of Gary D. Schmidt so special.
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Book Review: What Came From The Stars
About two years ago, Diane and I did a deep dive into the works of Gary D. Schmidt, marveling at his ability to truly excel across genres. From the middle-grade brilliance of The Wednesday Wars to the magical fairy tale Straw Into Gold, from thoughtful and lovely picture books like A Long Road on a…
A Conversation on Gary D. Schmidt w/ Paige Gowing and Lander Hultin | E2
In this episode, librarian Paige Gowing and English instructor Lander Hultin join to explore the work of celebrated author Gary D. Schmidt. Best known for his deeply moving young-adult novels, Schmidt’s storytelling addresses universal themes—identity, resilience, empathy, and moral growth—through …
S2E3: WDF: "Veal Parmesan;" Sorry Not Sorry for Advocating
This episode explores the history and current challenges of disability rights, systemic inequities, and their impact on well-being. Join us as we discuss advocacy, policy, and personal stories to understand how societal structures affect marginalized communities. This episode features a deep discus…
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