BookWorthy Chats with Carol Baldwin

In this episode of Bookworthy, Valerie interviews author Carol Baldwin about her young adult novel, Half Truths, which explores themes of social injustice and identity through the eyes of a 15-year-old girl in the 1950s South. Carol shares her writing journey, the inspiration behind her characters, and the importance of truth in family dynamics. The conversation delves into the historical context of the story, the writing process, and the hope for more conversations about race and identity among young readers.

Takeaways

 Carol Baldwin's book, Half Truths, addresses social injustice.

The writing process can take many years and revisions.

NaNoWriMo can be a great motivator for writers.

The main character, Kate, witnesses a KKK parade.

The story is set in the 1950s South, a pivotal time for civil rights.

Family secrets can have lasting effects on relationships.

The book aims to promote conversations about race.

Carol's writing journey began with nonfiction.

Joyce Moyer-Hossett inspired Carol to write her first draft.

The importance of being truth-speakers is a central theme. 

Chapters

 00:00 Introduction to Carol Baldwin and Half Truths

02:55 The Journey of Writing Half Truths

06:01 Exploring the Main Character and Setting

08:59 Themes of Social Injustice and Identity

11:52 The Importance of Truth in Family Dynamics

15:05 Carol's Writing Journey and Inspirations

18:02 Future Projects and Conclusion


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