Adventure: Antarctica! follows a high school senior who sets out on an unforgettable trip to Antarctica that takes him far from the miserable events he has recently endured. What was the inspiration behind this story?

I wrote Adventure: Antarctica! to remind readers–especially young adults–that science is an adventure, not just a subject. Antarctica, Earth’s last true wilderness felt like the perfect setting to explore that truth. At its heart, this story is about finding purpose when life takes an unexpected turn. For Danny Gage, the Antarctic internship begins as a reluctant consolation prize, but becomes a journey of self-discovery, friendship, and awe. I wanted to capture how exploration–of the world and of ourselves–often begins where comfort ends.

What kind of research went into putting this book together?

Interviews, geographical map examinations, reading of science blogs, and watching many videos that scientists and support personnel have posted of their work and downtime over the years.

Your prose is clear and accessible, especially for younger readers. How do you approach writing for a teen audience?

I taught middle school for sixteen years, so my narrator’s voice is just kind of naturally tailored to that audience.

Can we look forward to seeing more work from you soon? What are you currently working on?

Yes. I’m currently working on a sci-fi/fantasy novel. I also have a time travel screenplay, a musical, and an unfinished comic book series that I’d like to revisit as I have time.

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