Stories of Courage and Hope Tag

Let the Story Speak

Dear Dreamwalkers. The path is hard right now. Many of us are brokenhearted, even as we come together to work for justice, to march, and do our part. Like many creatives, I also know it’s time for seekers to speak. One of the ways writers respond to crises is through story. In my own journey… Read more

Toward the Hope of Home

Welcome to Creative Conversations. Lean in close and eavesdrop on our latest chat about the creative process. Add your comments, too. We’d love to hear from you. One of my favorite creatives, Margaret Kellermann is here to Dreamwalk with us. Here we go. Janet: Hey, Margaret. I’m so happy to catch up with you on… Read more

The Starkeeper

Dreamwalkers, today we look to a fallen star and seek light in the darkness with the help of author/illustrator Faith Pray Faith’s a friend and fellow Dreamwalker. She’s stopping by to share the story behind her beautiful new picture book, The Starkeeper. This heart-changing story of hope is deeply healing. Please share it with your… Read more

Courageous Persistence

Dear Dreamwalkers, my good friend and fellow author Laurie Ann Thompson joins us today for a new Creative Conversation. Laurie’s beautiful award-winning children’s books offer future change-makers hope and inspiration, providing paths to a better world. Laurie was kind enough to introduce me to the amazing Ammi-Joan Paquette her agent, and now mine. Thanks, Laurie!… Read more