Rita williams garcia biography

Rita Williams-Garcia is the New York Times bestselling author of novels for young adults and middle grade readers. Her most recent book is a graphic novel adaptation of One Crazy Summer, illustrated by Sharee Miller (Curlfriends). Rita Williams-Garcia (born Rita Williams; Ap) is an American writer of novels for children and young adults. In , her young adult novel Jumped was a National Book Award finalist for Young People's Literature. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
In teen novels such as Like Sisters on the Homefront, No Laughter Here, and Fast Talk on a Slow Track, Rita Williams-Garcia draws on her experiences growing up in a New York City neighborhood, as well as on situations she has encountered as a teacher and as a dancer.