Cynthia Leitich Smith
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Cynthia Leitich Smith (born 1967) is a New York Times best-selling [1] author of fiction for children and young adults.
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Born | 1967 (age 56–57) |
Nationality | American |
Education | University of Kansas University of Michigan (JD) |
Period | 2000–present |
Genre | Children's and young adult fiction, Native American literature, Gothic fantasy/horror, humor, realistic fiction |
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A citizen of the Muscogee Creek Nation, she writes fiction for children and teens centered on the lives of modern-day Native Americans.[2] These books are taught widely by teachers in elementary, middle school, high school, and college classrooms.[3][4][5]
In addition, Smith writes fanciful, humorous picture books and gothic fantasies for ages 14-up.[6] Regarded as an expert in children's-YA literature by the press, she also hosts a website for Children's Literature Resources.[7]