Books

Now out!

It’s been a privilege to contribute to and co-edit this short story anthology of bi/multi-racial/cultural authors with Ismée Williams!


“A must-have for middle school collections” – School Library Journal, starred review

“The plot is absorbing and skillfully paced, laced with insight and warmth . . . Inspiring, smart, and beautifully written.” – Kirkus starred review
“A must-have for all library collections.” –School Library Journal, starred review

“A lovely, moving, and realistic view of the struggles and insecurities—as well as the beauty—that comes from being bicultural.” — Booklist starred review

Poems for kids I contributed to books

Book of poems about hope for kids Grade 3 and up — 100% of sales benefit IBBY Children in Crisis Fund. My contribution: “Hike”
ABC book of food poems for children in which Rebecca’s “Mango” appears (2022)
Jama’s Alphabet Soup blog reviewed THINGS WE EAT
Anthology of activity poems for kids in which Rebecca’s “Reach” and “Any Weather” appear
Listen to Rebecca read “Any Weather” here

My collection of poems

“These poems are riveting and unforgettable, leaving the reader redeemed through the acceptance of self, radiant “in the bright holiness of now.” — Larry D. Thomas, 2008 Texas Poet Laureate


published by Pecan Grove Press 2010


Poems for adults I contributed to books



includes three poems by Rebecca (2015)


includes one poem by Rebecca (2003)

Includes a poem by Rebecca (adults; 2008)

Includes a poem by Rebecca (adults; 2007)

Essay in textbook

A textbook for teachers and students who want to write authentically in any genre

My essay is “Loosening the Collars,” about how I found my writing voice and how I help students find theirs.


For a couple of essays and short stories, click here 🙂