I am thrilled to welcome you to the inaugural episode of Kidlit Love! 

Today, I am talking with Padma Venkatraman, author of multiple young adult and middle grade novels and novels in verse. We’re talking specifically about her books The Bridge Home and Born Behind Bars, two incredibly powerful novels that stole my heart. We’ll also talk about the other books she’s written, how and why her stories came to be and how books offer readers opportunities to learn compassion for others, too.

Here are the books mentioned in this episode. You’ll find links to my Amazon and Bookshop affiliate stores below. Thanks for your bookish support!

The Bridge Home by Padma Venkatraman (Amazon / Bookshop)

Born Behind Bars by Padma Venkatraman (Amazon / Bookshop)

A Time to Dance by Padma Venkatraman (Amazon / Bookshop)

Climbing the Stairs by Padma Venkatraman (Amazon / Bookshop)

Island’s End by Padma Venkatraman (Amazon)

Be sure to visit Padma online:

Padma’s Website

Diverse Verse

Padma on Instagram

Padma on Twitter

I’d love to know what you think of this episode. Share your comments and recommendations below!