Avi
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About
American author of young adult literature and winner of the Newbery Medal in 2003.
Before Fame
He struggled while in school as a child due to dysgraphia, a writing disorder.
Trivia
His book Iron Thunder was selected as the 2009 Beacon of Freedom Award winner.
Family Life
He married Linda Cruise Wright, and they have two children together.
Associated With
Judy Blume is also an award-winning young adult author.
