Adult Book Recommendation

The Man Who Died Twice by Richard Osman

This book is the second in the series and it was every bit as much fun as the first. Four offbeat septuagenarians who live at a retirement home in England are part of the “Thursday Murder Club”. This hilarious crew breaks all stereotypes, solving murders as the bodies pile up around them.

Children’s Book Recommendation

Tuesday by David Wiesner

Tuesday is over 20 years old—Wiesner won the Caldecott medal for it in 1991. I read it to my students every year and it never disappoints. In fact, the kids still point out details in the illustrations that I’ve never noticed. One Tuesday night, a group of otherwise ordinary frogs takes flight. Told almost entirely through the illustrations, the book has the feel of a movie and is full of laughs and opportunities for young children to read the pictures and infer the story.

Behind the Scenes

What’s Your Favourite Book That You’ve Written?

When I do an author visit, I’m consistently asked this question by students. And I always answer the same: that is like asking me which of my children is my favourite. I’ve given my heart and soul to every book I write. They all hold something special for me. Even though I can tell you things I’d like to make better about each book, I can’t choose one that’s my favourite!