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Author of four award winning novels, Rita
Williams-Garcia continues to break new ground in young
people’s literature. Known for their realistic portrayal
of teens of color, Williams-Garcia’s works have been
recognized by the Coretta Scott King Award Committee,
PEN Norma Klein, American Library Association, and
Parents’ Choice, among others. She recently served on
the National Book Award Committee for Young People’s
Literature and is on faculty at Vermont College MFA
Writing for Children and Young People. (from ritwag.com)
