By AJ Eversole
A Conversation with the Contributors of Legendary Frybread Drive-In (Part 2)
Continuing our conversation with the contributors of Legendary Frybread Drive-In, we explore how Sandy June’s builds community across tribal nations, showcases diverse Indigenous experiences, and imagines Indigenous futures through art, music, and storytelling.
What makes Sandy June’s a place of safety and belonging?
By AJ Eversole
Osiyo, everyone! Legendary Frybread Drive-In is finally here, and now we’re sharing conversations with the anthology’s contributors. This discussion explores how Sandy June’s, the famous drive-in that can be found across all reservations, came to life and the deep cultural significance woven throughout these interconnected stories.
Creation & Inspiration
What inspired the concept of Sandy June’s Legendary Frybread Drive-In?
Rhonda DeChambeau is a Massachusetts children’s author and poet, and also an experienced speaker and presenter. Her debut YA novel in verse, Top Heavy (Holiday House, 2025), is a beautifully written book about Esme, a fifteen-year-old talented dancer who is thrilled to make the Elite dance team.
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Maria Marianayagam and I connected on social media over our common love for children’s books and South Asian children’s literature a few years ago. I’ve been a fan of her writing for a while now. Although we live miles apart from each other, she is fun to interact with.
Cynsations is celebrating its 20th anniversary by switching to a quarterly publishing schedule, featuring in-depth interviews and articles. Thank you for your ongoing support and enthusiasm!
By AJ Eversole
Today on the blog we get to talk to Diné author and librarian Danielle Burbank about her debut early reader, Navajo Code Talkers (DK,
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Cynsations is celebrating its 20th anniversary by switching to a quarterly publishing schedule, featuring in-depth interviews and articles. Thank you for your ongoing support and enthusiasm!
By: AJ Eversole
Excited to speak to Sher Lee today about her YA fantasy debut! A queer retelling of a classic Chinese folktale, Legend of the White Snake (Quill Tree,
Continue Reading Author Interview: Sher Lee on Recreating Classics with a Queer Twist »
Cynsations is celebrating its 20th anniversary by switching to a quarterly publishing schedule, featuring in-depth interviews and articles. Thank you for your ongoing support and enthusiasm!
By Mitu Malhotra and AJ Eversole
Sara Holly Ackerman – interviewed by Mitu
Today we welcome Sara Holly Ackerman to share her writing process with regards to her debut picture book The Gabi That Girma Wore,
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