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da Shop Talk with Sara Ackerman, Author of Radar Girls
da Shop Talk with Sara Ackerman, Author of Radar Girls

By da Shop Staff on Aug 05, 2021

Sara Ackerman is well-known for her compelling historical fiction novels about romance, friendship, and courage in WWII-era Hawai‘i. Her latest novel, Radar Girls, is based on the inspirational stories of t...

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da Shop Talk with Julie Abery, Author of Sakamoto's Swim Club
da Shop Talk with Julie Abery, Author of Sakamoto's Swim Club

By da Shop Staff on Jul 20, 2021

With summer upon us and the Olympics just around the corner, we've been diving into a fresh, new picture book about Maui's famous Three-Year Swim Club.  Sakamoto's Swim Club: How a Teacher Led an Unlikely Te...

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da Shop Talk with Michelle Sterling, Picture Book Author
da Shop Talk with Michelle Sterling, Picture Book Author

By da Shop Staff on Jun 30, 2021

We immediately fell in love with When Lola Visits as soon as it arrived in the bookstore!  This vibrant picture book lovingly depicts the relationship between a young Filipina, her lola, and the memories the...

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Sharks in the Time of Saviors Cover, Kawai Strong Washburn Photo
da Shop Talk with Kawai Strong Washburn, Bestselling Author

By da Shop Staff on Nov 05, 2020

A da Shop bestseller and staff favorite, Sharks in the Time of Saviors, is set on the Hamakua coast of Hawai‘i Island, where author Kawai Strong Washburn was born and raised.  The novel chronicles the saga ...

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da Shop Talk with Mika Song, Children's Author and Illustrator
da Shop Talk with Mika Song, Children's Author and Illustrator

By da Shop Staff on Oct 14, 2020

Mika Song is an award-winning author and illustrator of children's books and young graphic novels.  We love her energetic, expressive illustration style and her dedication to telling stories about "sweetly...

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da Shop Talk with Newbery Medalist Erin Entrada Kelly
da Shop Talk with Newbery Medalist Erin Entrada Kelly

By da Shop Staff on May 02, 2020

Erin Entrada Kelly is a New York Times bestselling author whose Middle Grade novels explore the challenges of growing up with humor, understanding, and hope. Often celebrating her own Filipino heritage, Erin’s stories champion the quiet voices, the outsiders, and give strength to sensitivity and compassion through characters navigating complex family and friendship issues. We’re excited to continue our da Shop Talk series with Middle Grade author Erin Entrada Kelly to discuss writing, reading, and her newest book, We Dream of Space.

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da Shop Talk with Eric Fan, Bestselling Author and Illustrator
da Shop Talk with Eric Fan, Bestselling Author and Illustrator

By da Shop Staff on Apr 10, 2020

The Fan Brothers, Eric and Terry, have enchanted readers across the globe with their whimsical illustrations and fantastical stories. Their bestselling picture books are both customer and staff favorites, so we’re thrilled to kick off our da Shop Talk series with the extraordinarily talented Eric Fan to discuss his craft, creative influences, and memories of Hawai‘i.

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