Judging by the Cover, A Q&A with Erin Mallory

How do you begin to conceptualize a cover design? Where do you go for inspiration?
EM: The starting point is usually the cover concept form that each editor completes for their books. This form gives a brief outline of the plot, states the genre and age range of the book, and highlights any specific themes they [...]

Mazo de la Roche Plaque

This month a plaque was erected in honour of Canadian author Mazo de la Roche, commemorating her “national historic significance.” The monument was unveiled at a ceremony on April 12, 2008, at Benares Historic House, which is speculated to be the inspiration for the house described in her Jalna series. The Benares Historic House is [...]

Desi News Reviews The Third Eye

The March issue of the South Asian magazine Desi News includes a positive review of The Third Eye by Mahtab Narsimhan. Here is a sample of what the Editor, Shagorika Easwar, had to say about The Third Eye:

“I’d better confess right up-front that the only children’s books I enjoy (and can re-read any time) are [...]