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Jacqueline Woodson is a master storyteller whose work spans children’s literature, middle grade, young adult fiction, and adult fiction. Born on February 12, 1963 in Columbus, Ohio, Woodson spent her childhood in Greenville, South Carolina, and later in Brooklyn, New York. Her writing is characterized by lyrical prose and verse, with Brown Girl Dreaming earning the National Book Award in 2014. Woodson’s career has been honored with the MacArthur Fellowship (2020) and the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award (2018), among other prestigious recognitions. She served as the Library of Congress National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature from 2018–2019, reinforcing her commitment to inspiring the next generation of readers. This page highlights her biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information to help fans secure seats for her appearances.