
A Fuse #8 Production
August 18, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor
A powerful, unflinching look at the hard truths of the legacy of slavery, mental health issues, and the connection between medical neglect and racism
June 5, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor
A fantastic look at periods, social justice, period poverty, economic inequalities, and the power of taking action. Get this one on all shelves!
May 24, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor
The seriousness of issues doesn’t mean there’s no room for joyfulness. On the contrary, by cultivating and celebrating joy and all that it encompasses—hope, unity, resiliency—we can more powerfully effect change than we ever thought possible.
February 2, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor
Artemis Sparke is an invitation for all ages to join a brigade or, even better, to rally up their own brigade and experience the power of resurrected voices.
September 28, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor
My latest middle grade novel, Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet, presented my biggest challenge yet: to write a story about a middle schooler’s anxiety about the climate crisis-- the most monumental “tough topic” of our lifetime—and make it both entertaining and accessible to kids.
September 27, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor
Haven's eco-anxiety is not unique to her, but by witnessing her experiences with it, readers get an important look at how anxiety about climate change is affecting kids and, for those who feel the same as Haven, an important look at another kid feeling how they feel.
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September 23, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor
An amazing celebration of resiliency, strength, and determination, Smith's incredible story shows how far we have come and how far we have yet to go. A fantastic book.
August 23, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor
Powerfully told, this look at racism, police brutality, and activism will leave readers wanting more books from Arnold. A must-have book.
August 9, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor
Hand this one to social justice-minded readers who will be inspired by the actions of these incredible kids.
April 8, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor
An inspiring look at the early days of Title IX and a solid addition to historical fiction collections.
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