From Booklist, March 15, 2009:
“…Polly’s first person narrative shows the heartbreaking family and friendship drama…the struggle and fury of poor whites, and the shocking persecution of blacks. The good guys are not idealized. Polly’s quarrels with Timbre Ann run deep, and healing the hurt takes more than just saying sorry.” —Hazel Rochman
From the School Library Journal, May, 2009:
“…beautifully described and believable…The pacing of [Between Us Baxters] is deliberate and suspenseful with twists and turns that add to the bittersweet conclusion.” School Library Journal
VOYA, October 09
“…beautifully described and believable…The pacing of [Between Us Baxters] is deliberate and suspenseful with twists and turns that add to the bittersweet conclusion.” School Library Journal
Twelve-year old reviewer, flamingnet.com
“This book is better than Twilight because it makes you think about how you treat people. It is not a book to throw on the floor…it’s the one you never want to put down!”
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
February '09
| 2/27 | I will be presenting and signing for students at the Newton County Day School in Needham, MA. |
| 2/28 | At the AINSE: Middle School Students of Color Conference in Needham, MA, I will be presenting a writing workshop. Also, Kekla Magoon and I will de doing a joint Keynote Address. A book sale and signing to follow the days events. To learn more about this conference click here. |
March '09
| 3/09 | Between Us Baxters Book Bash. I am celebrating the launch of Between Us Baxters with a cocktail party at Elizabeth’s. |
| 3/11 | I will be speaking and reading at the NYC Assistant Principals and Heads of English department luncheon, hosted by Everbind/WestSide Books. |
May '09
| 5/30 | WestSide booth signing copies of Between Us Baxters 11-noon at Book Expo America, New York, NY |
June '09
| 6/24 | Attend Youth Inc. cocktail reception at City Winery, New York, NY |
July '09
| 7/17-7/19 | Attend Vermont College of Fine Arts mini-residency, Montpelier, VT |
September '09
| 9/12-9/13 | Attend Bar Harbor Books Festival in Bar Harbor, ME |
October '09
| 10/3 | WestSide booth signing copies of Between Us Baxters 2-3pm at NEIBA in Hartford, CT |
November '09
| 11/20 | WestSide booth signing copies of Between Us Baxters 2-3pm at NCTE in Philadelphia, PA |