Alex and the Squid
New children's book
available October 6, 2026
When Alex doesn’t have money for the school book fair, he makes a decision with giant consequences. In a quick motion, he tucked the book under his arm and walked back to the classroom. And yet, drifting under the current of excitement, something poked and tugged at him.
About the Author
Meghan Wilson Duff wanted to be a marine biologist when they grew up, but got distracted trying to figure out people. They currently teach in the Psychology & Community Studies program at University of Maine at Machias.
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Where to Find Me
Author Read Aloud
(video)
Posted August 12, 2024
Meghan read How Are You, Verity? for Pride & Less Prejudice
Read more at: Pride & Less Prejudice website
"Through teaching and writing, Meghan Duff strives to create safer spaces to learn"
(press)
Posted December 14, 2023
Article by Marcus Wolf
Read more at: UMaine Machias News website
A Picture Book That Would've Changed My Life
(essay)
Posted November 27, 2023
Read Howes & Engle's Rissy No Kissies
Read more at: Nerdy Book Club Blog website
