In this engaging conversation, Padma Venkatraman chats with Jennifer about her new novel in verse, Safe Harbor, exploring themes of belonging, empowerment, and mental health representation. They delve into Padma's personal reading journey, her experiences as a writer, and the significance of music and nature in her storytelling. The discussion also touches on Padma's future projects and the importance of diverse representation in children's literature.
Show notes, including episode transcripts and information about connecting with this episode's guest, can be found here.
Chapters
00:00 Getting to Know Padma
05:07 Exploring Safe Harbor
11:48 Themes of Belonging and Empowerment
18:01 Mental Health Representation
23:58 The Role of Music and Nature
33:08 Looking Ahead: Future Projects
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