Laurie Ann Thompson is a former software engineer who now writes for children and young adults to help her readers—and herself—make better sense of the world. She strives to write nonfiction that gives wings to active imaginations and fiction that taps into universal human truths. She lives near Seattle, Washington, and is an active member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI.) Her books include award winning BE A CHANGEMAKER, EMMANUELS'S DREAM, and her new series TWO TRUTHS AND A LIE. http://lauriethompson.com/

Ammi-Joan Paquette is a Senior Agent with Erin Murphy Literary Agency, working from her home office in Massachusetts. She represents all forms of children's and young adult literature, but is most excited by a strong lyrical voice, tight plotting with surprising twists and turns, and stories told with heart and resonance that will stand the test of time.

An EMLA client herself, Joan is also the author of numerous books for children, including co-writing TWO TRUTHS AND A LIE. with Laurie Ann Thompson. Her next novel, the magical adventure The Train of Lost Things, is forthcoming from Philomel in March 2018. https://emliterary.com/index.php

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