Simmons Here And Now

How A Graphic Novel Can Tell A Tale of Wonder, Giant Guinea Pigs, And Immigration Flying solo this week, cohost Alex Simmons is joined by Angela Hsieh, a talented artist and writer whose lifelong love of drawing animals led to her debut graphic novel, Lu and Ren's Guide to Geozoology.Angela opens up about her winding path from a science-focused student to editorial illustration at NPR, all the way to landing a two-book deal with HarperCollins. She shares the real stories behind the scenes—creative breakthroughs, setbacks, the realities of working with agents, and the power of infusing your own heritage and experiences into your work.Whether you’re an aspiring writer or just curious about the making of a graphic novel, Angela’s insights and honest advice are sure to inspire. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about creativity, persistence, and telling the damn story that only you can tell.Have any questions, comments, or suggestions?Then, please leave them in the Comments Section.Write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.c