Anne Blankman
Anne Blankman is an award-winning author of historical fiction for young adults and middle-grade readers. She grew up in Niskayuna, New York, and developed a love for writing at a young age. Blankman graduated from Union College with degrees in English and history, and later earned a master's degree in information science. She worked as a youth services librarian before becoming a full-time author. Her work often explores themes of friendship, survival, and identity, drawing inspiration from historical events and personal experiences. Blankman currently lives in Richmond, Virginia, with her family.
Awards
['National Jewish Book Award', 'Sydney Taylor Honor', 'ALA Notable', "Kirkus Best Children's Book of the Year", 'Bank Street College of Education Best Book of the Year', 'Publishers Weekly "Flying Start"', 'VOYA “Perfect Ten”']
Notable Works
['Prisoner of Night and Fog', 'Conspiracy of Blood and Smoke', 'Traitor Angels', 'The Blackbird Girls', "The Enemy's Daughter"]
