Contact Dashka

Unfortunately, if I wrote individual answers to all the questions I receive from readers I might never write another book. But I do have lots and lots of information here on my website. Most of the questions you have were probably asked by someone who interviewed me, so have a look at the interviews and podcasts linked to on the page for each book.

Both young people – now in their twenties – are doing well. They and their families were incredibly generous about sharing their stories, but they would like to be able go forward with their lives in private. For that reason, I don’t share details about what they’re doing now.

Richard and Sasha have declined all offers of financial support. But there are so many young people who share aspects of their stories who could use your help – LGBTQIA+ youth, incarcerated and formerly incarcerated youth, and kids who fall into both categories. Click here for lists of organizations you can support.

It breaks my heart that teachers don’t have the resources they need for books and supplies. Unfortunately, authors have to pay for copies of their books just like everyone else. However, if you fundraise through Donor’s Choose or a similar organization, I am happy to amplify your request on social media.

Please contact The Author Village to find out my schedule and fees.

Absolutely. Feel free to reach out to me via the form on this webpage to share details. In the meantime, I have a statement you can share with decision-makers here and you can find an excellent resource guide here.

While my teaching, writing, and speaking schedule prevents me from joining small book club gatherings, I have a number of book club resources available, including discussion questions, interviews, and supplementary materials. You can find them on web page for that book.

While my writing, teaching, and touring schedule doesn’t allow me to read manuscripts for people who aren’t my students, you might consider applying to the MFA program in Writing for Young Readers at San Francisco University where I teach.

Please do! Escargot costumes and fan art are my favorite thing. Please fill out the contact form and my assistant will send you an email address to use. When you send your photos, make sure to indicate whether it’s OK for me to share them on social media.