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Nicole Magistro
Spark Award Read Island SCBWI

What an Honor

Wow! What a tremendous recognition - earning the Spark Honor is especially sweet because it is awarded by the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators for a children’s book published through a non-traditional publishing route. That's a mouthful, but this little seal of approval says it all.

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Dream Gardens Podcast Nicole Magistro The Book Thief Markus Zusak

Let's discuss The Book Thief

I likely have recommended Markus Zusak's novel The Book Thief to you before - it's in my top 5 books of all time. Well, what a pleasure it was to discuss it in detail with Jody Lee Mott on his podcast, Dream Gardens. Listen here, and if you haven't yet, go read the book!

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Digital Video Book Available

Digital Video Book Available

We are so honored that Read Island is now available as a digital video book that includes high-quality captioning and description for students with sensory disabilities. Watch here.

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Soapbox Column

Soapbox Column

"There is no question that a stronger relationship between authors and indie bookstores will sell more books... Read More

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