Camp BNT is back for year three, and we’re kicking things off with bestselling author (and former high school English teacher!) Samira Ahmed. In this episode, Samira shares how her time in the classroom shaped her writing, the inspiration behind Internment, and how educators can use essential questions to spark powerful conversations. Plus, get a sneak peek at her upcoming projects—and hear why she’s so passionate about writing for teens. This is part one of a two-part conversation you won’t want to miss!

Resources:

• Sign up for Camp BNT
• Summer Reading Rescue
• Internment, by Samira Ahmed
• Love, Hate & Other Filters, by Samira Ahmed

Connect with Samira:

• Website
• Instagram: @sam_aye_ahm
• Samira’s books

Related Episodes:

• Episode 155, Powerful Female Voices in YA Lit: An Interview with Yamile Saied Mendez
• Episode 157, Modern Folktales and Monsters: An Interview with Diana Lopez
• Episode 166, Lesson Plan Inspiration with Elizabeth Acevedo: An Interview Debrief

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