Ever wonder what it would be like to weave a story so compelling that lines form to purchase your books as they burn hot off the shelves? Have you ever read a book that seems so familiar you imagine the characters are from your own life or the life of someone you know? Has the power and magic of books inspired your life personally and professionally? Hold on tight as the see how these incredible individuals are changing lives by sharing the gift of imagination and get the answers to the questions that only we dare to explore.
Watch our first interview for Bookwallah Studio with Zak Morgan as he shares how imagination has played an important role in his life!
Grammy nominee Zak Morgan was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, and earned his bachelor's degree from Kenyon College. His unique brand of children's music delivers songs and poems with wit and charm that inspire and tickle the funny bones of children and adults alike. He performs over 200 shows a year throughout the country, using music, magic, theater and comedy to encourage children to read books and exercise their imaginations. His live performances are filled with laughter and warmth, and his unrestrained stage presence always leaves a lasting impression.
Zak has released three critically acclaimed records for children and was nominated for a Grammy in 2004 – a rare feat for an independent artist. He recently released his third record, The Candy Machine, a collaborative concept album with renowned bass guitarist David LaBruyere.
Zak's two previous CDs, When Bullfrogs Croak and Bloom, are available for purchase online and on www.zakland.com website.
Please contact Deb Tobin Davidson, Manager and Author of the Studio and Blog, at ddavidson@bookwallah.org if you have ideas or wish to participate in the studio interviews.
