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Jun 25, 2024 | 
hbook.com | Laurel Weber Snyder |Lynne Rae Perkins |Carole Lindstrom |Katherine Paterson
I sat down today to write about hope, but the truth is that we live in a fractured and fragile time, and it can be hard to feel hopeful, even with regard to children’s literature. Here, where I sit in Atlanta, Georgia, the state legislature is poised to curtail and defund the American Library Association, while so many of our best-loved books are being censored nationwide.
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Jun 24, 2024 | 
hbook.com | Lynne Rae Perkins |Carole Lindstrom |Katherine Paterson |Duncan Tonatiuh
Illustrations (c) 2024 by Lynne Rae Perkins. Being a fine arts major at a large public university opened my small-town mind to a myriad of ideas, in a myriad of ways. And I loved it. My education there was not particularly strong on how to survive after college. Which I truly believe, in a way, is okay. I am not a proponent of let’s-turn-colleges-into-widget-makers. Still, a few tips would have been helpful. I graduated with high honors, woefully unqualified to do much of anything.
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Jun 21, 2024 | 
hbook.com | Carole Lindstrom |Katherine Paterson |Duncan Tonatiuh |Linda Park
Happy Anniversary, Horn Book! It’s been pure joy to watch you grow over the years. I read you voraciously as I honed my writing craft. And now I jump for joy to see my books so thoughtfully reviewed by you. I learned so much from you as an aspiring kidlit author. I would pore over your magazine to read the reviews, which were so carefully and professionally done, helping me to become a better writer though I didn’t even know it at the time.
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Jun 18, 2024 | 
hbook.com | Katherine Paterson |Duncan Tonatiuh |Linda Park |Andrea Davis Pinkney
My son John, who is not only a voracious reader but has also had the opportunity to meet many writers, librarians, editors, and publishers, said to me once, “You know, Mom, how lucky you are. You get to work with the best people in the world.” I do know that, and I am very grateful. But that world is under threat as it has never been before in my lifetime.
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Jun 5, 2024 | 
deseret.com | Katherine Paterson |Eva Terry
A good book will lead its reader to the roots of life. BYU professor Jamie Lewis Holt told the Deseret News how she believes books can influence and change a person.
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Apr 12, 2024 | 
askaprepper.com | Katherine Paterson
We all want to be prepared for any situation. Unfortunately, this can become costly in the long run, especially when you factor in the initial purchase costs, the storage, and the expiry of the products you want on hand. Thankfully, there are options, and many of the items you need or want in your preparedness kit can be created through DIY. Below are a few examples of items you can stop buying and start creating yourself.
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Mar 14, 2024 | 
askaprepper.com | Katherine Paterson
When it comes to food safety, the mantra of “wash before consuming” is deeply ingrained in our minds. However, some exceptions to this rule exist, and they might surprise you. Certain foods are best left unwashed for various reasons, ranging from preserving flavor to preventing spoilage. Here are 20 foods you shouldn’t wash:AvocadosWashing avocados can cause them to become mushy and accelerate spoilage. Simply wipe the skin with a clean cloth if needed.
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Feb 23, 2024 | 
askaprepper.com | Katherine Paterson
Preservation methods have evolved throughout history, with techniques ranging from canning and pickling to freezing and dehydrating. One traditional way that has stood the test of time is preserving foods in lard. Lard, which is rendered pig fat, has been used for centuries to extend the shelf life of various foods. Not only does it protect against spoilage, but it also imparts a rich and savory flavor to the items it preserves.
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Dec 21, 2023 | 
askaprepper.com | Katherine Paterson
Much like today, the Great Depression was a challenging time in America. The Great Depression was marked by economic hardship and resource scarcity. In the face of adversity, families had to get creative with their meals, concocting affordable and filling recipes. We can learn from the past and implement these time-tested ideas in our present lives to get through difficult times and move forward.
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Oct 31, 2023 | 
askaprepper.com | Katherine Paterson
As the leaves change colors and the air turns crisp, fall brings a bountiful harvest of fresh fruits and vegetables. This seasonal abundance allows preppers to create delicious, nutritious, and long-lasting meals that can be stored for later use. In this article, we will explore the art of cooking with fresh fall produce and provide essential tips and tricks for safe long-term food storage, ensuring that you can enjoy the flavors of autumn throughout the year.
