Jennifer L. Holm '90 received a Newbery Honor for her latest book, Penny from Heaven. Inspired by Jenni’s mother’s childhood experiences growing up as an Italian-American girl in the 1950s, it is a timeless story about families, forgiveness, death and coming-of-age.
Given by the American Library Association, the John Newbery Medal and Honor Awards recognize the authors of the year's most outstanding contributions to children's literature.
In 2000, Holm's first book, Our Only May Amelia, was one of only three Newbery-award winners. Holm is the author of several other highly praised novels, including the Boston Jane trilogy and the Babymouse series.
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