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Carnegie Medal for Writing · 2021 · Shortlist
Award History
| Award | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Medal for Writing | 2021 | Shortlist |
About This Book
Two girls—one in New York, one in the Dominican Republic—don't know the other exists until a plane crash kills their shared father. Elizabeth Acevedo's verse novel is an emotionally devastating exploration of grief, secrets, and sisterhood across borders.
About the Author
Elizabeth AcevedoAmerican
Elizabeth Acevedo (born February 15, 1988) is an American poet and author of Dominican descent, best known for her young adult novel in verse The Poet X (2018). Born and raised in New York City, she is the daughter of Dominican immigrants, and her heritage deeply informs both her subject matter and her poetic voice. She earned a BA in performing arts from the American University and an MFA in creative writing from the University of Maryland. Read more →
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