Interview: Kirstie Myvett & Aya Khalil on KidLit In Color

By Suma Subramaniam

We’re pleased to welcome Kirstie Myvett and Aya Khalil to Cynsations.

Kirstie and Aya are founding members of KidLit In Color— a group that nurtures, amplifies, and advocates for diverse voices and equitable representation in the industry. Members who participated in this interview include Valerie Bolling, Tameka Fryer Brown, Lisa Stringfellow, and Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow.

Tell us about the inspiration behind Kidlit In Color. How did it come about?

Aya: I really wanted to ...