Sam Schmidt’s first poetry collection, “Suburban Myths” (Beothuk Books, 2012) has just been published. He is founder and editor of WordHouse, Baltimore’s newsletter for writers (1993 to 2004) and coeditor of the anthology Poetry Baltimore: Poems About a City and… Continue Reading
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Valdata, Pat
Pat Valdata received an MFA in writing from Goddard College. Her newest book, a full-length poetry book titled “Inherent Vice” (Pecan Grove Press), was published in March 2011. Her earlier chapbook, “Looking for Bivalve” (2002), was a finalist in that… Continue Reading
Hatter, Melanie
Melanie S. Hatter is an award-winning author of two novels and one short story collection. Her most recent novel, “Malawi’s Sisters,” was selected by Edwidge Danticat as the winner of the inaugural Kimbilio National Fiction Prize and was published by… Continue Reading
Katsu, Alma
Alma Katsu is the award-winning author of eight novels, most recently “Red London” and “The Fervor.” Prior to the publication of her first novel, she had a 35-year career as a senior intelligence analyst for CIA and NSA, as well… Continue Reading
Angleberger, Tom
Tom Angleberger is the author and illustrator of many children’s books, including the “Origami Yoda” series, which has sold millions of copies worldwide. He lives in Virginia with his wife, Cece Bell. He will be presenting his latest graphic novel,… Continue Reading
Bowen, Fred
Fred Bowen is the author of 29 sports books for young readers ages 8-12. He is the creator and author of the Fred Bowen Sports Story series, 26 books for readers 8-12 that combine sports fiction, sports history and always… Continue Reading