J.L. Powers

AmericanLiterary FictionMagical RealismYoung Adult (YA)

J.L. Powers is an award-winning author of novels for children and young adults, known for her work set in South Africa. She has spent over 15 years cultivating relationships with communities in South Africa, which are often featured in her novels. Powers is also the founder and publisher of Catalyst Press, a company dedicated to publishing African writers and African-based books. She has a background in African history and has taught at various universities. Her work often explores themes of social justice, cultural identity, and resilience.

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Awards

['USBBY Outstanding International Book Award', 'Skipping Stones Honor Award', 'Notable Book for a Global Society']

Notable Works

['This Thing Called the Future', 'Under Water', 'Amina', 'The Confessional', 'Broken Circle', 'Colors of the Wind: The Story of Blind Artist and Champion Runner George Mendoza', 'A Bark In The Park: The 45 Best Places to Hike with Your Dog in the El Paso/Las Cruces Region']