The Children's Book Podcast

What Gives Olivia Abtahi Hope

The Children's Book Podcast

Show Notes

Olivia Abtahi, author of Twin Flames (Tu Books), shares what is giving her hope today: seeing the bulbs start to bloom.

This is an ongoing miniseries of indefinite length in which I invite my friends from the kidlit community to share what is giving them hope today.

Visit Olivia Abtahi online at www.oliviaabtahi.com

Learn more about Boyds Mills and their upcoming programs by visiting boydsmills.org.

Learn more about Lee & Low Books and their upcoming releases by visiting www.leeandlow.com.

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Be well. Read on. And don't lose hope.

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