Andromeda Diaz & The Reasonable Doubt with Emily Galvin Almanza

In this episode of Read the Damn Book, host Michelle Glogovac interviews Emily Galvin Almanza, a former public defender and author of the children’s mystery novel Andromeda Diaz and the Reasonable Doubt. Emily shares her journey from practicing law as a public defender to becoming a published author and discusses how her legal career inspired her writing.The conversation explores justice, legal rights, the criminal justice system, and the importance of teaching children about the law. Emily explains how Andromeda Diaz and the Reasonable Doubt empowers young readers to understand their rights, ask questions, and think critically about the legal system while enjoying an engaging mystery story. This episode offers a fascinating look at children’s literature, legal education, social justice, and the power of storytelling to educate and empower young readers.What We're Talking About...Emily Galvin Almanza’s journey from public defender to children’s book authorThe inspiration behind Andromeda Diaz and the Reasonable DoubtTeaching children about legal rights, justice, and the legal systemRepresentation of Bolivian culture and identity in children’s literatureThe role of public defenders in community empowerment and social justiceAddressing systemic issues within the juvenile justice systemThe importance and impact of early legal education for childrenRaising awareness about juvenile detention and youth justiceWhat’s next for the Andromeda Diaz book seriesChapters00:00 Introduction to Emily Galvin Almanza and her work01:20 Emily's background as a public defender03:10 Synopsis of Andromeda Diaz and the Reasonable Doubt05:11 Legal issues faced by children and systemic challenges08:21 Teaching children their legal rights and powers14:43 Real-life cases and holistic defense approach18:51 Origin of the character Andromeda and cultural influences28:03 Next book in the series and raising the stakes30:45 Representation of juvenile detention and systemic change31:13 Where to find Emily and her booksLinks MentionedEmily Galvin Almanza's website: https://www.emilygalvinalmanza.comOrder your copy of Andromeda Diaz and the Reasonable Doubt: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/816163/andromeda-diaz-and-the-reasonable-doubt-by-emily-galvin-almanza/Emily Galvin Almanza's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/galvinalmanza/