But stellar research leads to stellar writing, filled with rich anecdotes and details. Yoder: I agree! And I know I am known for demanding rigorous research. Wouldn’t you say that’s one reason we get along so well and have had such a productive relationship? Verify facts.” That kind of extensive research might dissuade some writers, but I thrive on it. From then on, I heard your voice in my head every time I worked on an article or book: “Find primary sources. When I think back to the first article I wrote for you, I remember how your edits sent me scurrying into the stacks of the Cornell University library to locate a primary source and quote. Gail Jarrow:Yes, Carolyn, it has been a long time, and we’ve had fun! Your book The Printer’s Trial (2006) was one of the first titles published by Calkins Creek. So, I knew you before Calkins Creek was created almost 18 years ago. Carolyn Yoder:Gail, I feel like I have known you for a very long time! But I believe we first met when I was the history editor for Highlights and you submitted several articles that ended up getting published.
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