In this series of posts, I aim to shed light on the creative process of KidLit by asking a wide variety of authors the same set of ten questions. Every other week, check this space to gain insight and perspective on the craft of writing for kids. BEA BIRDSONG Author of I Will Be Fierce! (illustrated by Nidhi Chanani), How to Spot a Best Friend (illustrated by Lucy Fleming), the forthcoming Boop! (illustrated by Linzie Hunter), and more 1. What initially inspired you to wr

In this series of posts, I aim to shed light on the creative process of KidLit by asking a wide variety of authors the same set of ten questions. Every other week, check this space to gain insight and perspective on the craft of writing for kids. MELANIE SUMROW Author of The Prophet Calls and The Inside Battle 1. What initially inspired you to write for kids, and what motivates you to continue writing for that audience? I choose to write for kids because I think it’s the m