Travis Jonker

Michigan

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School Librarian. Author of BLUE FLOATS AWAY, THE VERY LAST CASTLE, THE SHIP IN THE WINDOW | Author/illustrator of JUST ONE FLAKE | @theyarnpodcast

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Wait. Did A.I. review my book JUST ONE FLAKE? Opinions wanted!

2 days ago | 100scopenotes.com | Travis Jonker

I will sometimes read reviews of books I’ve made. I know that everyone says you shouldn’t do it, but I do. Some are really nice!And as for the negative ones, well, I actually think all my One Star Review, Guess Who? posts have helped me in this area.
Now on The Yarn Podcast: Me

6 days ago | 100scopenotes.com | Travis Jonker

On the latest episode of The Yarn podcast, I talk with Colby Sharp about Just One Wave, the summery sequel to Just One Flake. We talked about the challenges of making a sequel, why sometimes a cheap scanner is better than an expensive one, and Colby pitches some ideas for the next book in the Just One series.
The Making of a Sequel: JUST ONE WAVE

1 week ago | theyarn.slj.com | Travis Jonker

Travis: In the latest episode, Colby and I talk about the making of Just One Wave, the summertime sequel to my author/illustrator debut, Just One Flake. You can find it at these locations:McLean & Eakin | Bookshop | AmazonI share the inspiration for the book, how the art was made, and why a fancy piece of technology isn’t always what you need to get the job done.
7 Randomly Random Facts About JUST ONE WAVE

1 week ago | 100scopenotes.com | Travis Jonker

Just One Wave (my second author/illustrator book) arrives today. It’s a sequel to Just One Flake and I hope you get a chance to read it (it makes a great read aloud).
2025 Books from Printz Winners

1 week ago | 100scopenotes.com | Travis Jonker

I don’t usually cover YA, but I’m making an exception today to share all the 2025 books I could find from past Printz Medal and Honor winners. Did I miss one? Let me know in the comments. SCROLL TO KEEP READING THIS POST Previously . . .
THE WAY THINGS WORK: David Macaulay on the CBS Sunday Morning Show

2 weeks ago | 100scopenotes.com | Travis Jonker

The CBS Sunday Morning show recently interviewed Caldecott Medal winning author/illustrator David Macaulay. In the video, he shows us around a Washington D.C. exhibit of his work and shares the thought process behind his art. He also shares a little about his next book, which looks like it’s might push some boundaries, à la his Caldecott winner Black and White.
Report: Newberry and Caldecot Awards To Be Determined by A.I.?

3 weeks ago | 100scopenotes.com | Travis Jonker

When it comes to the most important literary awards, are we entering a world where the robots will do the reading? As first reported in LibraryZoom, the United States Library Association is experimenting with the idea of artificial intelligence replacing all book award committees, as soon as next year. SCROLL TO KEEP READING THIS POST When asked for comment, the USLA president Rupert Ruperton cited efficiency as the driving force behind the move. Have you ever been on a book award committee?
2025 Books from Coretta Scott King Winners

3 weeks ago | 100scopenotes.com | Travis Jonker

The mission? To track down every 2025 books from past Coretta Scott King Medal and Honor winners. Did I miss one? Let me know in the comments. SCROLL TO KEEP READING THIS POST Previously . . . 2025 Books from Newbery Winners2025 Books from Caldecott Winners2025 Books from Geisel Winners2025 Books from Pura Belpré Winners Filed under: Articles About Travis Jonker Travis Jonker is an elementary school librarian in Michigan.
FAKE CHINESE SOUNDS: An Interview with author/illustrator Jing Jing Tsong

3 weeks ago | theyarn.slj.com | Travis Jonker

Travis: It was a pleasure talking with Jing Jing Tsong about her excellent graphic novel debut, 2024’s Fake Chinese Sounds. In this episode, Jing Jing shares how she turned a real life event into a comic, that became a picture book, that morphed into a graphic novel. Be hope you enjoy this episode.
Now on The Yarn Podcast! Arree Chung

4 weeks ago | 100scopenotes.com | Travis Jonker

Author/illustrator Arree Chung is on the latest episode of The Yarn to take us behind the scenes of his upcoming graphic novel, Don’t Cause Trouble. In the episode, Arree talks about the unique challenges of creating a graphic novel. Filed under: Authors, The Yarn Arree ChungDon't Cause TroubleHenry HoltMacmillan About Travis Jonker Travis Jonker is an elementary school librarian in Michigan.