Tag Archives: Young-adult fiction

Nyerere is Back!

Posted on December 2, 2015 by katiequirkauthor

Tanzanians recently elected a new president, John Magufuli, and people are excited. Magufuli grew up herding cattle for his poor family, and he seems bent on putting a stop to corrupt spending. Right after he was sworn in, Magufuli slashed … Continue reading →

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A Girl Called Problem comes full circle

Posted on April 5, 2014 by katiequirkauthor

I started writing A Girl Called Problem as part of a graduate creative writing class taught by Kathryn Reiss at Mills College. In addition to being a very prolific and talented author of teen mysteries, Kathryn has taught young-adult craft … Continue reading →

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