Michael Thomas Ford’s “Every Star That Falls,” a YA Sequel 15 Years in the Making

Charlotte Readers Podcast

In this episode 362, we feature Michael Thomas Ford, author of Every Star That Falls, the long-awaited sequel to Michael’s acclaimed YA novel Suicide Notes. Every Star That Falls tackles its teen protagonist’s journey to come to terms with his sexual identity and become his true self with both poignancy and humor. Two-time National Book Award finalist Eliot Schrefer calls the book “Generous, wry, and big-hearted. A touching and riotous journey through the legacies of pain and the wonders of connection.”
Show discussion highlights:
● The unique challenges of writing a sequel
● How readers and publishing have changed between the releases of Suicide Notes and Every Star That Falls
● The pros and cons of working in multiple genres
● How humor can add depth to serious stories
● The experience of writing for teenagers in a fast-evolving world
● What sensitivity readers can bring to the process
Brief author bio:
Michael Thomas Ford is the author of numerous works for both adults and young readers, including some of the earliest books about the HIV/AIDS crisis and several books about the LGBTQ community. A five-time winner of the Lambda Literary Award, he has also been a finalist for the Shirley Jackson Award, the Bram Stoker Award, the Firecracker Alternative Book Award, and the Ignyte Award.
Learn more about the author and his books HERE: http://www.michaelthomasford.com
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