Join us for the meaningful conversation with Redbud author Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young about her newly-released children’s book, Kailani’s Gift. We are so grateful to hear more about her writing process, inspiration for this latest book, and her heart for writers.
This conversation includes:
Dorina’s story of perseverance to publishing this story - it took about ten years!
The theme of perseverance in Kailani’s Gift and how Dorina applies this to her life.
Teasers of the book as Dorina reads and shares more about the story and the intentionality in the illustrations created by Lynnor Bontigao.
Tips for aspiring writers of color to mine their childhood memories and include those in their own work.
Go purchase, review, share, and look for more work by this phenomenal woman. You can also follow Dorina’s writing through her Substack,
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Cheering you on, Dorina!
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Conversations on writing with women of color: Introducing "Kailani's Gift"