In the first episode of "How I Library," host Phil Morehart speaks with Meg Medina, author of “Merci Suárez Changes Gears,” “Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away,” “Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your Ass,” and many more acclaimed books. She’s also the 2023-2023 National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature. They discuss the recent graphic novelization of her classic book, “Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your Ass,” Medina’s thoughts on being the author of a banned book and the impact of book bans, her favorite library memories, and more.

How I Library episode one: Meg Medina

In episode two of "How I Library," host Phil Morehart speaks with comedian, actor, and author Jesús Trejo. They discuss Trejo's award-winning children's book, "Papá’s Magical Water-Jug Clock" and his upcoming book, "Mamá’s Magnificent Dancing Plantitas," his comedy inspirations and favorite taco spots, book bans, and, of course, his love of libraries.

How I Library episode two: Jesús Trejo

In episode three of How I Library, host Phil Morehart from the American Library Association speaks with two Newbery Medal-winning authors: Linda Sue Park (A Single Shard) and Kate DiCamillo (The Tale of Despereaux, Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures). They discuss their latest books, writing for kids, book bans, their favorite library memories, and much more.

How I Library episode three: Linda Sue Park and Kate DiCamillo

The American Library Association (ALA) is proud to present the podcast, “How I Library.” Hosted by ALA Communications Manager Phil Morehart, this monthly series features authors, filmmakers, musicians, scholars, thought leaders, and, of course, librarians discussing the importance of libraries, their favorite library memories, and issues facing the library world. Along the way, they’ll share thoughts about their work, what inspires them, and so much more. 

The podcast is an extension of the #HowILibrary campaign that ALA launched last fall that asked authors “how they library”: what the library means to them, how they use and have used the library, and how the library has impacted their lives.

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