David Levithan

AmericanLiterary FictionContemporary FictionMagical RealismFantasyRomanceYoung Adult (YA)b. 1972

David Levithan is an American author and editor known for his young adult fiction, often featuring LGBTQ+ characters and themes. He has written and collaborated on numerous acclaimed novels, and also serves as an editorial director at Scholastic, where he founded the PUSH imprint to champion new voices in teen literature. Levithan's work is recognized for its exploration of coming-of-age issues, identity, love, and inclusion.

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Awards

['ALA Margaret A. Edwards Award', 'Chicago Tribune Young Adult Literary Award', 'Lambda Literary Award', 'Stonewall Award', 'Michael L. Printz Award (for anthology contribution)']

Notable Works

['Boy Meets Boy', 'Every Day', 'Two Boys Kissing', "Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist", 'Will Grayson, Will Grayson', "The Lover's Dictionary", "Naomi and Ely's No Kiss List"]