Category: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Pearsall
Shelley
Shelley Pearsall is the author of seven acclaimed books for middle grade and teen readers. Her inspiring …
Peterman
Audrey
Audrey Peterman migrated from Jamaica to the US in 1978 and lived in New York State until 1985 when she f…
Qualls
Sean
Sean Qualls finds inspiration everywhere. Growing up in the 70's in central New Jersey, his family didn't…
Raney
Devon
Devon Raney, renowned adventurer, and award-winning memoirist lost eight-five percent of his eyesight at …
Reyes
Sonora
Born and raised in Arizona, Sonora Reyes is the author of The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School and the…
Rhee
Helena Ku
Helena Ku Rhee is an award-winning author of books for kids and the young at heart. Her latest book, Sora…
Rhodes
Derek
Derek Rhodes is a business strategist, community leader, social entrepreneur, author, and public speaker.…
Rogers
Kim
Kim Rogers writes books, short stories, and poems for young readers. She is the author of award winning, …
Rum
Etaf
Etaf Rum is a Palestinian-American New York Times Bestselling author. Her debut novel, A Woman Is Man, ga…
Segal
Gilly
Gilly grew up in Florida, came of age in Israel, where she graduated from Hebrew University, and finally …
Singh
Sita
Sita Singh was born and raised in India, immersed in the rich storytelling traditions of her multigenerat…
Siqueira
Ana
Ana Siqueira is a Spanish-language elementary teacher trained in Global education and PBS Media Innovator…