I always work with text orally in the writing process, saying passages aloud to measure flow.

My interest in language is steadfast, but I think each project and its accompanying intentions dictate how language must be used.

I worry about what Trump will inspire in Canada, especially given incidents that have already occurred here since the election.

I am always hesitant to call myself an activist, mostly out of respect for the activists who are using their bodies and voices to protest or activists online who are constantly engaging and educating others.

My intention was never to write a "trans novel" - which is perhaps an effective strategy for writing a trans novel.

As a general rule, I tend to collaborate with artists whose work I admire.

Children's books have great potential to reveal new possibilities to readers, because the intended audience is at an age of genuine learning.