In this episode of The Book Faire, Anthony interviews Scott Hoying from Pentatonix and his husband Mark Hoying about their new children's book, Fa La La Family, which beautifully celebrates diverse family structures during the holidays. The conversation dives into the creative process behind writing children's literature and the importance of inclusivity in books aimed at young readers. They also discuss how music enriches their storytelling. Additionally, Scott and Mark share their future plans for more children’s books and address ongoing challenges like book bans, underscoring the need for community support to protect the freedom to read. This episode offers valuable insights into children's literature and its role in promoting acceptance and diversity in families.

New Releases:

• Chris Makes a Friend by Alex Gino

• Coldwire by Chloe Gong

• Girls Who Play Dead by Joelle Wellington

• Under a Fire-Red Sky Geraldine McCaughrean

Chapters

00:00 Intro

03:06 The Importance of Inclusivity in Family Representation

08:38 Holiday Traditions and Family Bonding

14:08 Artistic Responsibility and Future Aspirations

16:09 New Book Releases

22:04 Controversies in Literature and Censorship

27:22 Advocacy for the Freedom to Read

Keywords

Children's books, family diversity, holidays, found families, banned books, inclusivity, community support, Scott Hoying, Mark Hoying