Kathy Kacer
CanadianHistorical FictionChildren's Bookb. 1954
Kathy Kacer is a Canadian author known for her historical fiction and non-fiction books for children and young adults, primarily focusing on stories about the Holocaust. Born to Holocaust survivor parents, she draws inspiration from their experiences to write stories of hope, courage, and resilience. Before becoming a full-time writer in 1998, she worked as a psychologist specializing in adolescents.
Awards
['National Jewish Book Award', "Yad Vashem Award for Children's Holocaust Literature", 'Vine Award for Canadian Jewish Literature', 'Silver Birch Award', 'Sydney Taylor Book Award']
Notable Works
["The Secret of Gabi's Dresser", 'Hiding Edith', "The Diary of Laura's Twin", 'The Magician of Auschwitz', 'To Look a Nazi in the Eye']
