Aug 13, 2009 Posted by thunderchikin

Skype an Author

Skype an Author Network is a site that lists many authors who are interested in doing virtual visits with school, libraries, and book clubs. David is participating in the Skype an Author Network and is available for bookings. Presentations: For Schools & Libraries Author Talk and Q&A sessions– For students who have read his work, David will discuss his journey to publication and answer... read more

Aug 9, 2009 Posted by thunderchikin

Authors for ALAN Workshop 2009

The ALAN Workshop, the Greatest YA Show on Earth, will be held in Philadelphia this November. To whet your appetites, I’ve copied the list of appearing authors from the NCTE website. Each author’s name is listed next to the sponsoring publisher, along with the title of her/his presentation. Edward Bloor, author, Random House, New York, New York, ‘Creating Peace While Moving through the... read more

Aug 5, 2009 Posted by thunderchikin

School Visit Info

Hosting David Macinnis Gill at School Library, and Other Events Contact: You can reach David directly by using the contact web form on this website. The link to the form is at the top of this webpage. Or if you would rather work through David’s publisher, you can use the HarperCollins website’s contact form. David is happy to visit your school or library or appear in your events. As a former high... read more

Aug 4, 2009 Posted by thunderchikin

You’re Undead To Me

My Rotten Life: Nathan Abercrombie, Accidental Zombie, by David Lubar launches today. Funny, disgusting, outrageous, funny, and sometimes, heart-warming, this novel is close to my heart. I predict it will sweep middle school and upper elementary schools like a faster than a fart joke. Congrats, Mr.... read more

Aug 2, 2009 Posted by thunderchikin

BBYA Chicago Report

The best, best part of YALSA’s Best Books for Young Adults (BBYA) process is the traditional student feedback session held during the ALA Annual Convention. Each year, dozens of teens gather to testify about their favorite books of the year so far. This year, School Library Journal asked Diane Tuccillo to report on the sesssion. Her article is a spot-on summary of teens’ comments. My favorite... read more