HUGE news this week: Patron Saints of Nothing was named a finalist for the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature! The other finalists in the category are Pet by Akwaeke Emezi, Look Both Ways by Jason Reynolds, Thirteen Doorways, Wolves Behind Them All by Laura Ruby, and 1919 by Martin Sandler. It’s an absolute honor to be considered alongside these authors, and thank you to all who have expressed excitement and support along the way! The winner will be announced on Nov. 20 at the awards ceremony in NYC, which will be hosted by legend Levar Burton!
Randy Ribay 