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Welcoming in Jason Reynolds as Ambassador for Young People's Literature

1/22/2020

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Last week was a big week for Jason Reynolds and for the entire YA literature community. Being named as the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature is a remarkable achievement. His appointment follows on the heels of excellent authors who have also held the position (see the slideshow below). The field of Young Adult Literature is blessed by the books and by the contributors of these fine authors. 

Jason has a lot to offer scholars, librarians, teachers and most importantly, adolescent readers and future readers. Yes, that is right, even Jason was a once a future reader. He has stories to tell and, equally as important, Jason is a good listener. He is perfectly placed to encourage young people to share their stories. It wouldn't surprise me if in 10 to 20 years when the Library of Congress announces a another Ambassador that he or she will have a story to tell about reading, listening to, or having a conversation with Jason Reynolds.

I am forever in debt to Jacqueline Woodson for introducing me to the work of Jason Reynolds in a brief conversation. I am placing this post here as a way to mark Jason appointment. i will also be adding news, new book reviews, and other video that will help chronicle Jason's experience as the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature.  Enjoy the videos and the news stories. Bookmark the page and return every so often to found out just exactly what Jason is up to.

Images of the National Ambassadors for Young People's Literature

Jason Reynolds named National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature

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Christina Barron​
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by James J Reddington for the Washington Post
Jason Reynolds named Library of Congress' national ambassador for young people's literature
Jason Reynolds Is on a Mission

By Concepción de León
Author Jason Reynolds Speaks On His Latest Book, "Look Both Ways"
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by Andrew Mangum for The New York Times

Pick a Book by Jason Reynolds and Start Reading

Jason Reynolds of the Long Way Down
Jason Reynolds On His Novel, "Long Way Down"
Author Jason Reynolds talks new book, gets a call from Queen Latifah
How poetry can help kids turn a fear of literature into love
Jason Reynolds: 2016 National Book Festival (Ghost)
Until next time.
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    Dr. Bickmore is an associate professor of English Education at UNLV. He is a scholar of Young Adult Literature and past editor of The ALAN Review and the current president elect of ALAN. He is a available for speaking engagements at schools, conferences, book festivals, and parent organizations. More information can be found on the Contact page and the About page.

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