In today’s episode, I am chatting with Rosanne Parry, the bestselling author of A Wolf Called Wander, A Whale in the Wild, A Horse Named Sky, and her most recent novel, A Wolf Called Fire. Her Voices of the Wilderness series brings to life the struggles of wild animals, focusing on the life cycle of animals and their fight for survival in a changing world. Based on real animals of the western United States, these stories resonate with readers of all ages.
Rosanne, a former teacher turned writer and bookseller, shares her thoughts on the school system’s approach to teaching writing and why it doesn’t allow for the time and depth that creative writing needs. She also tells a funny story about the differences between American and European badgers, highlighting how attention to detail is key when working with illustrators from around the world. Rosanne’s novels are especially meaningful to readers aged 10-12, though they can be enjoyed by anyone who loves a heartfelt story.
Episode Highlights:
- Inspiration behind Voices of the Wilderness and the life cycle of animals.
- The challenges of teaching writing in schools.
- A humorous tale about the American vs. European badger.
- Why her books resonate best with readers aged 10-12, but can be enjoyed by all.
- Rosanne’s creative process from her treehouse in Portland.
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Show Notes
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Books and authors mentioned in the episode:
- Jack Kerouac books
- Steering the Craft by Ursula K. Le Guin
- Rick Kotani’s 400 Million Dollar Summer by Waka T. Brown
Book Flight
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- When Women Were Dragons by Kelly Barnhill
- Safiyyah’s War by Hiba Noor Khan
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