Things you never knew about me.

“We’ve been wondering who would order ONE purple folder.” - cashier at the Staples next to my office who has been spared the 2019-20 5th grade classroom supplies list.

If it wasn’t going to happen today, the best parking spot at the train station was never to be mine. Still, so close. And woot 4:54! In related news, I’ve hit an all-new low on life goals.

LIZZO Minnesota artist's novel about queer black teens is one of fall's hottest books. strib.mn/2ZESxxZ

As adorable as I find myself for being fetishy about the just-right editing pen, it's a real pain when the ink is starting to run dry...

I’m too well acquainted with the after-hours routines of 1745 Broadway. Unfortunately, these never involve snacks.

I just pounded repeatedly on the light switch in my office, increasingly worried about why the lights wouldn't turn on. Was hitting "off." It's going to be a long day.

Anonymous Penguin colleague who shared a huge bag of candy in the kitchen... you're my favorite.

This may be the most intuitive and engrossing review of anything I ever did. And it makes me very proud.

The Michael L. Printz Award goes to ‘Dig’ by A.S. King #ALAyma

So so so full of joy for A.S. King ☂️ Updates Only and @andrewkarre. We’re full of love for you here in Philadelphia!! Michael Bourret (inactive)

Please, nothing complex. Or lyrical. Most definitely never lyrical. #MSWL

Exciting news about MATCHED! How did ten years pass in a blink? Congrats Ally Condie!

Some very special new book news to share today. Coming May 18, 2021.

Gen X pro-tip, (almost) teenagers evidently don’t think it’s a compliment when you tell them their overalls are cute and they look like an extra from the “Come On Eileen” video.