First Book recently had the pleasure of speaking with That Book Woman author, Heather Henson.
Together with First Book partner Simon & Schuster Children’s Publishing, That Book Woman is being simultaneously released in hardcover to the general public and in a special soft cover format exclusively through the First Book Marketplace.
Click below to hear our conversation with author Heather Henson as we ask her about the historical significance of the Pack Horse Librarians, and the books that she would want brought to her by “that Book Woman.” She even has a special message for her young fans who may be listening to the podcast in the classroom after receiving the book from the First Book Marketplace.
This rare and moving tale honors not only a special part of American history, but present day American heroes like you that know how life-alerting a brand new book can be in the life of a child. We fell in love with Heather’s story and think you will too!
How can I write to you, Heather? I am the author of a completed YA novel and am looking for an agent. I wonder if you have any great ideas for me or if you’d have the time to read, oh, say, 15 pages of my novel and possibly suggest me to your agent, assuming this agent takes YA. If not, best wishes with your wonderful projects. I especially like NIGHT.