Tony Abbott- The friendly author of "Danger Guys" and "The Secret of Droon"
Don Alexander- January, 2008 interview with Don Alexander, author of DARNIA'S QUEST
Samantha R Anderer- A July 2006 interview with author Samantha Anderer, including advice for young writers.
Laurie Halse Anderson- An August 2005 interview with the lovely and talented Laurie Halse Anderson, author of Speak and Prom.
Ronit Baras- A June 2006 interview with Ronit Baras, author of "Be Special, Be Yourself" and a certified life coach.
Clive Barker- A November 2004 interview with the master of horror, Clive Barker. We talked about his Abarat series.
Heather Beck- In a January, 2008 interview, Heather Beck dishes on her work style and on signing with a Hollywood Agent
Cherie Bennett- Author of "Anne Frank and Me" and "Life in the Fat Lane"
Isobel Bird- Author of the Circle of Three series, Isobel Bird has been a Wiccan for many years.
Robert A. Black- An essay titled "Outside Looking In" by Robert Black, author of The Real Life Channel for GLBT Month 2007.
Rebecca Allison Bloomer- A February 2006 interview with Rebecca Bloomer, author of Mae-be Roses.
J. Michael Blumer- An interview with Michael Blumer, author of The Secret Books of Gabendoor.
Libba Bray- An August 2005 interview with Libba Bray, author of 'A Great and Terrible Beauty' and owner of a great sense of humor.
Kate Brian- A July 2005 interview with Kate Brian, author of Lucky T and the upcoming Megan Meade's Guide to the McGowan Boys.
Susan Taylor Brown- An October 2005 interview by Kim Peek with children's author Susan Taylor Brown.
Niki Burnham- A September 2006 interview with funny author Niki Burnham. Her books include Royally Jacked and Spin Control.
Meg Cabot- Meg Cabot writes fun books for teens, especially girls.
Jen Calonita- A June 2006 interview with Jen Calonita, former Teen People staffer and author of Secrets of My Hollywood Life!
Elizabeth Doyle Carey- Elizabeth Doyle Carey is the author of the new Callahan Cousins series, wonderfully wholesome tales. April 2005.
Janet Lee Carey- An interview by Dominique, 2006 Demi-Goddess, with author Janet Lee Carey, author of The Beast of Noor, and other novels.
P. C. Cast- A March 2008 interview with PC and Kristin Cast--the mother/daughter team that writes the House of Night series!
Cecil Castellucci- An April 2006 interview by Dominique, the YABC Teen Demi-Goddess, with the autor of "Boy Proof" and "The Queen of Cool"
P. W. Catanese- An April 2005 interview with new author P. W. Catanese, an author putting new endings to old tales.
Likai Chen- October, 2007 interview with Chinese writer whose first storybook is now available in the U.S.
Kristina Coia- A January 2008 interview with Kristina Coia, author of Lymeria and Falcon's Prey
Dave Conifer- A May 2005 interview with Dave Conifer, author of Throwback.
Kate Constable- An interview with Kate Constable, the author of the acclaimed Chanters of Tremaris trilogy, by Dominique, 2006 YABC teen demi-goddess.
Michael Crichton- Michael Crichton is one of today's most popular authors. While his books are normally enjoyed by adults, many teens also enjoy them.
Jan Crossen- A January 2008 interview with Jan Crossen, author of the “9 Lives” Book Trilogy
James S Crowley- An October 2006 interview with James Crowley, author of The Magic Hour!
Chris Crutcher- A July 2005 interview with Chris Crutcher, prolific author and censorship fighter.
Chris Crutcher- A few of Chris Crutcher's Favorite Things...
Chris Crutcher- Most Likely To...
Chris Crutcher- A Q&A on Humor with Chris Crutcher
Chris Crutcher- Chris Crutcher is a multi-talented author who really connects with today's teens.
Mary Cunningham- A March 2007 interview with Mary Cunningham- author of The Cynthia's Magic Attic Series and USA Book News Finalist for Best Children's Book Award 2006
Lesley Dahl- An interview with Lesley Dahl, author of The Problem with Paradise.
Michele Ivy Davis- A June 2005 interview with Michele Ivy Davis, author of Evangeline Brown and the Cadillac Motel.
Barbara Dee- An August interview with Barbara Dee, author of Just Another Day in My Insanely Real Life.
Mary Emma Depner- An interview with Mary Depner, author of Sugared and Spiced, 100 Monologues for Girls Echo Booming, 100 Monologues for Teens
Alex Domokos- Alex Domokos writes poetry and often collaborates with author Rita Toews.
Moira Rose Donahue- A June 2008 interview with Moira Donahue, author of Penny and the Punctuation Bee
Lois Duncan- Ms. Duncan is one of today's best suspense authors for teens
Sarah Beth Durst- A hilarious July 2007 interview with Sarah Beth Durst, author of Into the Wild!
Penelope Dyan- A May 2007 interview with Penelope Dyan, author of the Surfer Girl series
Debra J Edwards- An August 2006 interview with Debra J. Edwards, author of Aggie Lichen; Pilp Collector, a children's fantasy novel.
Hazel Edwards- January, 2008 Interview with the Australian Author of FAKE ID
Daniel Ehrenhaft- A June 2005 interview with Dan "Knuckles" Ehrenhaft, author of 10 Things to Do Before I Die and Led Zeppelin fan.
Simone Elkeles- Simone Elkeles talks to Marla Arbach about her first novel, How to Ruin a Summer Vacation
Tea Emesse- A June 2005 interview with the author of Star Sisterz: Nova Rocks.
Sylvia Engdahl- Some of her YA Science Fiction books are recently back in print.
Jonathan Fesmire- A January 2006 interview with author Jonathan Fesmire.
Alex Flinn- An April 2005 interview with author Alex Flinn, a former lawyer turned teen crime fiction writer.
Colleen Madonna Flood Williams - An April 2006 interview with author Colleen Madonna Flood Williams.
Lee Edward Fodi- A January 2008 Interview with Lee Edward Födi, author and illustrator of The Chronicles of Kendra Kandlestar
John Foley- John Foley talks to Marla Arbach about his basketball-themed novel Hoops of Steel
Gaines Fox- A September 2009 interview with Gaines Fox, author of the juvenile adventure novel Go Fly a Kite.
Betsy Franco- In honor of Poetry Month, April 2009, Wanda Collins Johnson interviews poet and author Betsy Franco about her latest books.
Valerie Estelle Frankel- An interview with Valerie Estelle Frankel.
Emily Franklin- A July 2005 interview with Emily Franklin, author of the new Principles of Love series.
Garret Freymann-Weyr- A February 2006 interview with author Garret Freymann-Weyr, author of Stay With Me.
Gary L. Gallegos- A July 2005 interview with Gary and Louis Gallegos, authors of the comic-book anime adventure The Wandering Schoolgirl.
Nancy Garden- An essay about discrimination and censorship from Nancy Garden, author of Annie On My Mind, a September 2007 GLBT Month feature.
Debra L Garfinkle- A May 2005 interview with Debra Garfinkle, author of Storky: How I Lost My Nickname and Won the Girl.
Gail Gauthier- An October 2006 interview with Gail Gauthier, the author of six books for children and adults, all published by G. P. Putnam's Sons.
Jody Gehrman- A June 2008 interview with Jody Gehrman, author of Confessions of a Triple Shot Betty
Cari Gelber- An August 2006 interview with Cari Gelber, author of Rising Star!
Brian M. Gelinas- An April 2007 interview with author Brian M. Gelinas. His book is American Odyssey and his influences include Robert Cormier.
Marley Gibson- Marley Gibson, Author of the GHOST HUNTRESS Series
David Macinnis Gill- Julie M. Prince's August, 2008 interview with debut novelist, David Macinnis Gill. SOUL ENCHILADA is released March, 2009.
H. B. Gilmour- Twins. Teens. Witches. What else can I say?
Janet Gingold- A May 2007 interview with Janet Gingold, author of the My Adventure Series
Alan Gratz- A May 2006 interview with talented author Alan Gratz. His first novel, Samurai Shortstop, takes us back to the early days of baseball in Japan.
Carol Gray-Javid- January, 2008 Interview with Carol Gray-Javid, author of WRITING ABOUT LITERATURE
John Green- January 2007: A fun interview with author John Green (Looking for Alaska & An Abundance of Katherines).
Judy Gregerson- An interview with Judy Gregerson, author of Bad Girls Club.
Margaret Peterson Haddix- An interview with awesome author Margaret Peterson Haddix by Dominique, the 2006 YABC teen demi-goddess.
John Hall- John Hall talks to Marla Arbach about Is He or Isn't He?
Virginia Hamilton- Celebrated author of many award winning books (and a frog collector)
Jenny Han- A March 2006 interview with fun author Jenny Han. Find out about Shug and get some advice about writing.
Melissa Hart- Melissa Hart is the author of The Assault of Laughter (Windstorm Creative, 2005) and numerous essays and articles published in magazines and journals including Adbusters, The Advocate, Orion, Northwest Review, Spirituality & Health, Horizon Air Magazine, Iris, Open Spaces, The Christian Science Monitor, Alternative Family, Gay Parent, The Oregonian, and The Writer.
Brent Hartinger- A March 2005 interview with Brent Hartinger, the author of The Geography Club and a heck of an interesting guy.
Brent Hartinger- An essay by Brent Hartinger, author of Split Screen and many more books, titled "Revolting Teens" for the 2007 GLBT Month.
Justina Chen Headley- A May 2006 interview with funny & talented Justina Chen Headley, author of Nothing But the Truth and a Few White Lies.
James Heneghan- James Heneghan is a young adult author who resides in Canada. His books include Flood, Blue and Torn Away.
David G. Hepworth- A July 2006 interview with author David G. Hepworth, author of The Picture Stone.
Ann Herrick- A September 2006 interview with Ann Herrick, author of Walk Softly and Watch Out for Bigfoot and The Perfect Guy.
Steven Herrick- A May 2005 interview with Australian poet Steven Herrick, who's quite an interesting guy.
James Howe- An October 2007 interview with James Howe, author of too many books to list them all (but including Bunnicula and Totally Joe).
Tina Field Howe- An interview with Tina Howe, author of Alysa of the Fields, Book One in the Tellings of Xunar-kun.
Mark Peter Hughes- A January 2006 interview with Mark Peter Hughes, author of I am the Wallpaper.
Maureen Hume- A September 2009 interview with Maureen Hume, author of The Pizza Game: Facing the Witch.
Paula Chase Hyman- A March 2007 interview with the author of The Del Rio Bay Clique Series.
Michelle Izmaylov- A September 2009 interview with Michelle Izmaylov, author of The Galacteran Legacy
Lisa Jahn-Clough- A 2007 September GLBT Month interview with Lisa Jahn-Clough, author of Country Girl, City Girl.
Richard Jennings- The author of Orwell's Luck and Scribble shares some of his deep thoughts with us.
Yvonne Jerrold- A May 2007 interview with Yvonne Jerrold, author of Silent People
Maureen Johnson- April, 2008 Interview with Maureen Johnson, author of SUITE SCARLETT and many other books. Interview by Julie Prince
Diana Wynne Jones- Diana Wynne Jones is an excellent fantasy author. She has written books for both adults and teens.
Susan Juby- An April 2005 interview with Canadian author Susan Juby, author of the hilarious Miss Smithers and Alice, I Think.
Gregory Kemp- The author The Legend Of Vinny Whiskers. I've really enjoyed talking to Greg and reading his amazing first novel.
Faiz Kermani- An interview with author Faiz Kermani, author of My Alien Penfriend.
M. E. Kerr- An interview with M. E. Kerr, author of numerous GLBT YA books, for the September 2007 GLBT Month at YABC.
M. E. Kerr- Author of "What Became of Her" and "Dinky Hocker Shoots Smack"
Hilary Knight- Illustrator of Eloise Takes a Bawth and all the original Eloise books. Interview courtesy Simon & Schuster.
Stephen Kogon- A May 2005 interview with Stephen Kogon, author of the Max Mooth Cybersleuth books.
Eva Mozes Kor- An October 2009 Interview with Eva Mozes Kor, author of YA book Surviving the Angel of Death: The Story of a Mengele Twin in Auschwitz.
Bob Krech- An October 2009 interview with Bob Krech (www.bobkrech.com), author of Rebound - a YA novel that takes a unique look at race issues
David LaRochelle- An interview with David LaRochelle for the 2007 GLBT Month at YABC. LaRochelle is the author of Absolutely, Positively Not
Stacey Lee- A May 2007 interview with the author of Other People's Secrets
David Levithan- A September 2007 GLBT Month interview with David Levithan, author of Boy Meets Boy and many more books.
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E. Lockhart- Get a glimpse into the mind of E. Lockhart, the author of the fun and sassy The Boyfriend List, in this March 2005 interview.
David Lubar- A March 2003 interview with fun and interesting author David Lubar. His books include Hidden Talents and Dunk.
Eric Luper- September, 2007 marked the release of Eric Luper's new book, BIG SLICK. Eric talks briefly with Julie Prince about why BIG SLICK is the kind of book he would have liked as a teen.
Eric Van Lustbader- Rock reporter, writer, teacher...Eric Van Lustbader has done it all.
Christine Kole MacLean- Christine Kole MacLean talks to Marla Arbach about How It's Done
Bennett Madison- A May 2005 interview with Bennett Madison, author of Lulu Dark Can See Through Walls and a receptionist extraordinaire.
Emma Mann- A June 2006 interview with author Emma Mann, whose goal is to positively influence girls.
Eric Marcus- A GLBT Month 2007 interview with Eric Marcus, author of What If Someone I Know is Gay?
Bill Marshall- Bill Marshall is the author of a book that makes you want to give it to those people in your life that need a little help or guidance, especially if they are the kind of people that would say the glass is half-empty. This interview was done in 1999.
Abby McDonald- A September 2009 interview with Abby McDonald, author of Sophomore Switch
Lauren Mechling- A June 2006 interview with the funny and talented Lauren Mechling, co-author of All Q, No A: More Tales of a 10th Grade Social Climber.
Lauren Mechling- A May 2005 interview with author Lauren Mechling, who co-wrote The Rise and Fall of a 10th Grade Social Climber with Laura Moser.
Nico Medina- An interview for the 2007 GLBT Month with Nico Medina, author of The Straight Road to Kylie.
Stephenie Meyer- A September 2006 interview with Stephenie Meyer, author of TWILIGHT and NEW MOON, with questions compiled from the forum.
Stephenie Meyer- A December 2005 interview with Stephenie Meyer, author of Twilight.
Sarah Mlynowski- An October 2005 interview with Sarah Mlynowski, author of Bras & Broomsticks
James Moloney- An April 2005 interview with James Moloney, an Australian author of titles such as A Bridge To Wiseman's Cove and Boys and Books.
Perry Moore- An interview for the 2007 GLBT Month with Perry Moore, author of Hero.
Brandon Mull- An October 2008 interview with Fablehaven author Brandon Mull.
Catherine Murdock- An interview with Catherine Murdock, author of Dairy Queen, as part of the September 2007 GLBT Month.
Catherine Murdock- An August 2006 interview with funny and talented Catherine Murdock, author of Dairy Queen.
Donna Jo Napoli- An Interview with Donna Jo Napoli And Kathleen Duey, courtesy Simon & Schuster.
Donna Jo Napoli- Ms. Napoli is the master of the re-told tale, bringing new life to old favorites.
Garth Nix- In my opinion, Garth Nix is one of the best authors out there today.
Garth Nix- A December 2002 interview with Garth Nix, before the release of Abhorsen.
Alyson Noel- A September 2006 interview with Alyson Noel, author of Faking 19, Art Geeks & Prom Queens and more!
Alyson Noel- A May 2007 MEME-style interview with Alyson Noel, author of Kiss & Blog.
Christine Norris- A March 2006 interview with Christine Norris, author of Talisman of Zandria and a member of the YABC forum.
Gloria Oliver- An October 2006 interview with author Gloria Oliver, who is also an accountant...though she wanted to be an astronaut.
Christopher Paolini- On Writing...an essay by new author Christopher Paolini
Christopher Paolini- Dragon Tales - An essay by Christopher Paolini on Becoming a Writer
Christopher Paolini- A Q&A with new author Christopher Paolini, courtesy of Random House.
Kim Parker- An August 2005 interview with Kim Parker, author and illustrator of Counting in the Garden.
Kimberly Pauley- *An interview with YABC's very own Kimberly Pauley, YA Book Goddess and author of SUCKS TO BE ME by Myra McEntire
Patricia G. Penny- Patricia G. Penny talks to Marla Arbach about the Not Just Proms & Parties series
Julie Anne Peters- An interview with Julie Anne Peters, author of Luna for the September 2007 GLBT Month.
Kimberly Joy Peters- Kimberly Joy Peters talks to Marla Arbach about Painting Caitlyn
Rachel Raimondi- A June 2006 interview with Rachel Raimondi, author of A Week in the Life of Us
Robin Reardon- A January 2008 Interview with Robin Reardon author of A Secret Edge
Matthew Reilly- Matthew Reilly talks to Teenreads.com about the plot of HOVER CAR RACER and why he is releasing it as a FREE e-book.
Liz Rettig- Liz Rettig, the author of hilarious books including MY DESPERATE LOVE DIARY, confides in YA Books Central during this interview. Find out why a publisher sent her roses, where she writes, how her dreams came true . . .and much more.
Susan E Richmond- An interview with Susan Richmond, author of Dear Daddy and Wyoming Hope.
A. J. Rippo- An August 2009 interview with A.J. Rippo, author of Retribing: The Unpaved Road to Manhood.
Bev Katz Rosenbaum- A June 2006 interview with Bev Katz Rosenbaum, author of I Was a Teenage Popsicle.
Sara Ryan- A GLBT Month 2007 interview with Sara Ryan, author of Empress of the World.
E. Rose Sabin- A talented author brings a new fantasy world to life.
Justin Sachs- A September 2009 interview with Justin Sachs, author of Your Mailbox is Full, a teen motivational book.
Alex Sanchez- An essay for GLBT Month 2007 from Alex Sanchez: Why I Wrote God Box.
Alex Sanchez- An interview for the 2007 GLBT month with Alex Sanchez, author of Rainbow Boys and many more GLBT books.
Joyce Sterling Scarbrough- The author of True Blue Forever, based in part on the author's life.
Betty Jo Schuler- Ms. Schuler teaches an online writing class for Writer's Digest and has published several e-books for teens.
Darren Shan- Darren Shan, author of Cirque du Freak, talks about his chilling tales.
Dyan Sheldon- An interview with Dyan Sheldon, author of best-selling Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen among other fantastic YA books by Dominique, 2006 Teen Demi-Goddess.
Tamara Shepherd- A July 2006 interview with Tamara Shepherd, author of the Evans series.
Marilyn Singer- Marilyn Singer is the wonderful and friendly author of more than 50 books. Her works include Young Adult fiction, Children's books, non-fiction and poetry.
Brian Sloan- A 2007 GLBT Month interview with Brian Sloan, author of A Tale of Two Summers.
Greg Leitich Smith- An August 2005 interview with author Greg Leitich Smith, author of Ninjas, Piranhas and Galileo.
Kirsten Smith- A March 2006 interview with Kirsten Smith, author of The Geography of Girlhood. Check out some of the poems that didn't make it into the book!
Sherwood Smith- Sherwood Smith is the author of Court Duel and Crown Duel, among other books. Besides being an extremely talented author, she's also a wonderfully nice and giving person.
Stephanie Spinner- Stephanie Spinner worked in children's publishing for many years before becoming an author. Her latest book, Quiver, is a real treat for mythology fans.
Morgana Starr- A September 2009 interview with Margana Starr, author of Dragons Legacy
Maggie Stiefvater- Interview with Maggie Stiefvater, author of New York Times bestseller SHIVER
Laurie Faria Stolarz- Laurie Faria Stolarz talks to Marla Arbach about the Blue is for Nightmares Collection and more
Barbara Summers- A February 2006 interview with the beautiful and accomplished Barbara Summers, editor of Open the Unusual Door and author of Black and Beautiful.
J. H. Sweet- J. H. Sweet, a fairy tale teller inspired by gremlins.
Tom Tancin- A March 2009 interview with Tom Tancin, author of the Time Warriors series.
Peggy Tibbetts- A May 2005 interview with Peggy Tibbetts, author of Carly's Ghost and the monthly Q&A column Advice from a Caterpillar at Writing World.
Liz Tigelaar- A January 2008 Interview with Liz Tigelaar, author of Pretty Tough (Sep 2007) & Playing with the Boys (April 2008)
Rita Y. Toews- Rita Toews writes for both children and adults.
Theresa Tomlinson- The author of The Forestwife Trilogy and more.
Roderick Townley- A March 2006 interview with author Roderick Townley.
Linda Trice- An August 2006 interview with Linda Trice, who's latest book is called Kenya's Word.
Rachel Vail- A September 2009 interview with Rachel Vail, author of Jibberwillies at Night
Jeff VanderMeer- Jeff VanderMeer is a fantasy author with a dark brand of humor. His books appeal mainly to older teens and adults.
Christine A. Verstraete- A June 2008 interview with Christine Verstraete, author of Searching For A Starry Night
Paul Wagner- Author Paul Wagner also edits About Teens, a Web site for teenagers.
April Halprin Wayland- A February 2005 interview with April Halprin Wayland, a poet-author who perfectly captures the inner workings of a girl's mind with her poetry.
Carole Boston Weatherford- An August 2009 interview with Carole Boston Weatherford, author of the Coretta Scott King Honor book BECOMING BILLIE HOLIDAY
Beckie Weinheimer- A November 2007 interview with Beckie Weinheimer, author of Converting Kate.
Riley Weston- A July 2006 interview with Riley Weston, who has written 17 feature films and worked on TV drama "Felicity"
Charlene Wilkins- A September 2009 Interview with Charlene Wilkins, author of Out of Reality
Jenine Wilson- An interview by Dominique, the 2006 YABC teen-demi goddess with Jenine Wilson, author of The Shadow Within.
Ellen Wittlinger- An interview for the 2007 GLBT month with Ellen Wittlinger, author of Hard Love and Parrotfish, among other novels.
William Angelo Woodall- A September 2009 interview with William Woodall, author of Cry for the Moon.
Lara M. Zeises- An April 2005 interview with the funny and dorky (hey, her word, not mine) author Lara M. Zeises. Her books include Bringing Up the Bones and Contents Under Pressure.
Lara M. Zeises- A November 2005 interview with Lara Zeises, author of Anyone But You and Bringing Up the Bones.

Other Interviews

Abby McAden - Abby McAden is an editor with HarperCollin's Children's Books
Frederick Glasser - A short interview with Frederick Glasser, School and Library Director for Barron's, about the Reader's Clubhouse series.
PC and Kristin Cast - A March 2008 interview with PC and Kristin Cast--the mother/daughter team that writes the House of Night series!
Raquel Jaramillo - Raquel Jaramillo did a wonderful job illustrating J. M. Barrie's original Peter Pan story. The book is worthy of a collector and the story is as delightful as it ever was (if you've never read the original, you absolutely, positively must read it).
Tara Koppel - A March 2006 interview with publicist Tara Koppel, of Raab Associates.