Lit Squad S1:E5 — Why it's important to see kids' struggles reflected in literature

Dusti Bowling writes middle-grade books, as well as chapter books for younger readers. Bowling grew up in Arizona and still lives in the Valley; most of her books take place here. One of her series focuses on a girl named Aven Green, who was born without arms. She’s also written about characters dealing with poverty, with absent parents or parents struggling with addiction.