The authors and panelists of the Bronx Book Festival responded to personal questions about their lives, the writing process, and current literary inspirations. To see their panels and hear more about their books, RSVP for the Bronx Book Festival below.

DEBBI MICHIKO FLORENCE

AUTHOR OF KEEP IT TOGETHER, KEIKO CARTER

Why did you become an author?

Being an author allows me to combine all the things I love: writing, reading, animals, travel, Japanese culture, food, and fun!

 What are you reading right now?

Cook Korean! by Robin Ha

 Have you ever been to the Bronx? If so, what's a favorite memory you have? If not, what do you know or think about the Bronx?

I have never been to the Bronx. I feel like it is a place vibrant w diversity and lots of good food!

 What is a quote you live by?

"Forward. Always forward." Hayao Miyazaki