Pass the Book to FeFe: Recent Episodes
FeFe Handy
A podcast that delves into candid conversations with the authors behind our favorite literary works with FeFe Handy, the founder and executive director of Page Turners Make Great Learners!
Imagine the mellifluous voice of Vincent Price reading you a bedtime story about an old woman with blood dripping down her lip while peeling the skin on her arm back like a banana. Eewww! Exciting, huh?
New York Times bestselling author, Tiffany D. Jackson takes the reader on a literary journey of twists and turns that will make you scream at the book during the day and leave the lights on at night.
She is the QUEEN of a mean plot twist. Where she takes the reader is not where they end up. Don’t be mad; be glad. Her books are just that GOOD.
Pay close attention. There's a bit of truth in all her stories as she gets them straight from the headlines.
Join me in the virtual living room as we discuss a few of Tiffany’s bestselling YA novels, White Smoke, Allegedly and Grown.
I have a confession to make . . . I fell in love with Laurel Snyder at 👋🏽!
Parents, I declare! This lady has figured out the cure for the bedtime blues and never-ending request for, "just one more story, pleeeease?" You’ll never go to sleep! 😳
A hilarious twist on Little Red Riding Hood, the Three Little Pigs and other tales. Oh! And, just for kicks, YOU get to decide how each story ends!
Join me in the virtual living room 🛋 for my interview with Geisel-Award winning author and poet, Laurel Snyder to discuss her new book, Endlessly Ever After, Pick Your Path to Countless Fairy Tale Endings!
This is picture book genius as she collaborates with Dan Santat, author/illustrator of the New York Times bestselling book, The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend and my personal favorite, After the Fall.
But, nobody asked me . . . so . . . meh.
Pass the Book to FeFe Episode 13! #leggo💥
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We’ve kept your seat warm. Join us in the virtual living room 🛋 for Part 2 of my conversation about Does My Body Offend You.
Fictional characters but very real, we discuss heart wrenching experiences of two young teens from different backgrounds and cultures.
Mayra and Marie continue this powerful conversation while revealing the dialogue, tears and profound perspective in writing this book.
In part I of an amazing conversation, FeFe Handy is joined in the virtual living room by Mayra Cuevas and Marie Marquardt!
Born and raised in Puerto Rico, MAYRA CUEVAS is a professional journalist and author of Salty, Bitter, Sweet. Her debut fiction short story was selected by Becky Albertalli as a New Voice in the Foreshadow YA serial anthology in 2019. She is a TV and digital producer for CNN. Follow her on Twitter at @Mayra ECuevas and Instagram at @Mayra Cuevas
MARIE MARQUARDT is a Scholar-in-Residence at Emory University's Candler School of Theology and author of Dream Things True and The Radius of Us. She has published articles and co-authored two nonfiction books about Latin American immigration to the U.S. South. Marie is chair of El Refugio, a nonprofit that serves detained immigrants and their families. Follow her on Twitter at @MarieFMarquardt and Instagram at @Marie_Marquardt.
DISCRETION IS ADVISED. Some subject matter discussed in this episode may be sensitive and controversial.
Join FeFe in the virtual living room 🛋 as she chats with attorney, author and publisher, Deborah C. Mortimer. Deborah believes that representation is not only important to ensure that children see themselves in the world, but so that all children can see, learn about, and appreciate those who are different from themselves. FeFe and Deborah will discuss Deborah's first book, Zorah and the Very Big Question and why she decided to “leap forward.”
Aisha Saeedis an award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of books for children. Her middle grade novelAmal Unbound received multiple starred reviews and was a Global Read Aloud for 2018. Her picture book, Bilal Cooks Daalreceived an APALA honor.
Aisha is also a founding member of the nonprofit We Need Diverse Books.
What assumptions do Americans make about Islamic tradition? What practices still exist in some Islamic countries today? We will talk about this and more! Bring your coffee or tea and let's share in some paratha and halwa poori.
FeFe sits down with Sharon M. Draper! Ms. Sharon is a New York Times bestselling author and a recipient of the Margaret A. Edwards Award honoring her significant and lasting contribution to writing for teens. She has also received the Coretta Scott King Award for both Copper Sun and Forged by Fire and was awarded the Charlotte Huck Award for Stella by Starlight. Her novel, Out of My Mind, has won multiple awards and was a New York Times bestseller for over three years. This conversation will definitely sweeten your literary palate!
FeFe Handy sits down with award winning, New York Times bestselling author Roshani Chokshi. Roshani is the author of commercial and critically acclaimed books for middle grade and young adult readers that draw on world mythology and folklore.
Fans of Rick Riordan’s Presents Aru Shah series and YA Fantasy Heist, The Gilded Wolves trilogy will learn the brilliance behind these stories and Roshani's passion behind these stories.
A bit of caution to the neophyte, "she wields a wicked pen!"
FeFe sits down with award winning, bestselling author Ibi Zoboi to discuss her novels, the introduction of Afrofuturism, the misconceptions about Haiti, Haitians, and Haitian-Americans, and what the "American dream" means to an immigrant.
Ibi shares a bit of history and her personal connection to her books, American Street, My Life as an Ice Cream Sandwich, and Punching the Air and the brilliance behind these stories.
FeFe Handy sits down with Brian Jordan, former dual sport superstar who played safety for the Atlanta Falcons and outfielder for the Atlanta Braves. Brian is also an Emmy award-winning sports analyst for FOX Sports South and a recurring broadcast personality for Comcast Sports South and ESPN. He also authored several children’s books, including I Told You I Can Play, that remind us to be kind, brave and empathetic.
FeFe Handy sits down with famed authors Kimberly Jones and Gilly Segal to discuss performative activism, micro-aggression and racism. Make the coffee strong and take long, slow sips for this deep conversation. ☕️
FeFe Handy sits down with famed author, Angela DiTerlizzi, author of The Magical Yet , to discuss the delightful and engaging work of children's authors and how she is inspired to write her books.
FeFe Handy sits down with famed author, Andrea Beaty of the Questioneers series, to discuss her latest book Aaron Slater, Illustrator and her love of reading and her writing journey with kids and educators.
In the inaugural episode, FeFe Handy sits down with famed author, Varian Johnson to learn the meaning behind the words in his book Playing the Cards You're Dealt and why he chose the game of spades for his inspiration for this best seller.