Women’s History Month’s Feature: Grace “Pacy” Lin, Author, Illustrator, and Podcaster

Hello, book lovers! In celebration of Women’s History Month, I’m thrilled to introduce you to Grace “Pacy” Lin, an acclaimed author and illustrator. She published her first book, The Ugly Vegetables, in 1999, and since then, she has written and illustrated more than 25 books. Her work explores themes of cultural and racial identity, as well as friendship, family, and peace.

In 2016, Lin delivered a TEDx talk titled “The Windows and Mirrors of Your Child’s Bookshelf,” advocating for greater diversity in children’s literature. She also hosts two podcasts—Book Friends Forever (2019) and Kids Ask Authors (2020)—and serves on the advisory committee of We Need Diverse Books, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting inclusivity in children’s stories.

Her literary achievements include a Newbery Honor for Where the Mountain Meets the Moon (2010), a Theodor Seuss Geisel Award for Ling and Ting: Not Exactly the Same! (2011), and a National Book Award finalist recognition for When the Sea Turned Silver (2016). As the illustrator of I Am an American: The Wong Kim Ark Story, she won the Carter G. Woodson Book Award (Elementary Level) in 2022. Most recently, in 2024, she received the Picture Book/Early Reader Award at the 24th annual Massachusetts Book Awards.

Grace Lin's contributions to children's literature continue to inspire readers of all ages. Have you read any of her books? Let's celebrate her impact together! #womenshistorymonth #author #illustrator #podcaster #GracePacyLin #VocalExpressions

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