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Merci Suarez relies on her close, extended family as she goes through many changes during her sixth-grade year at Florida's Seaward Pines Academy.
About the Author
Meg Medina is an award-winning and New York Times bestselling author who writes books for young readers of all ages. Her works have been called "lyrical," "heart-warming," and "must-haves for every library collection." She is the 2019 winner of the Newbery medal for MERCI SUAREZ CHANGES GEARS and a two-time winner of the Pura Belpré award, in 2016 (honor) for her picture book, MANGO, ABUELA AND ME, and in 2014 (fiction medal) for her young adult novel, YAQUI DELGADO WANTS TO KICK YOUR ASS. With humor and honesty, Meg's books explore kids, culture, and family, as seen through the eyes of young people. She lives with her family in Richmond, Virginia. Connect with Meg at www.megmedina.com (Photo credit Sonya Sones)
