From June 24-27, 2022 I went to Washington, DC to attend my first ever ALA Annual Conference, the first held in person since the pandemic started! I was so grateful to see so many friends, hang out with my publishers, meet amazing librarians, and sign books. And it was the thrill of a lifetime to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Newbery Award, and to receive a Newbery Honor for RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE! I got to sign copies of I’LL GO AND COME BACK, THE SECRET CODE INSIDE YOU, WHERE THREE OCEANS MEET, and of course, RED, WHITE, AND WHOLE! It was a thrilling week, and a joy to attend, especially since my family was also able to come!
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