In this conversation, Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young interviews Mitali Perkins, an award-winning author, about her writing journey and the themes in her books. They discuss the importance of perseverance in the arts, the power of stories to create safe and welcoming spaces for young people, and the role of literature in helping children explore justice and mercy. Perkins shares insights into her latest picture book, Between My Hands, which encourages children to use their small acts of love to make a difference in their communities. They also touch on the joy of slow travel and the experience of being hosted by Jesus wherever they go. Takeaways: - Perseverance is crucial in the arts, especially when facing internal and external pushback. - Stories create safe and welcoming spaces for young people to explore and feel seen. - Literature can help children understand and engage with justice and mercy. - Small acts of love can make a significant difference in communities. - Slow travel allows for a deeper connection with a place and the ability to be hosted by Jesus wherever one goes. Learn more about Mitali at www.mitaliperkins.com 3 GGC recommendations: Hope in the Valley by Mitali Perkins (middle grade book released in 2023) Rickshaw Girl (adapted into a film by Sleeperwave Productions) Global Glory Chasers program for families to explore cultures of the world together *These links are affiliates at no extra charge to listeners! Support the podcast & access more resources on Dorina’s Glorygram over on Substack: https://dorinaglorygram.substack.com