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Ep. 1: Doan Phuong Nguyen on Finding Inspiration in her Family's Past

On the Middle Grade Matters podcast, host Shannon Balloon talks to to authors and publishing professionals about all things middle grade. The show explores topics like the craft of writing, the journey to getting an agent and publishing a book, and why middle grade books should matter to everyone.&nbsp;