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Meredith Davis (born 1971) is an American author known for her contributions to children's and middle-grade literature. Her notable works include Her Own Two Feet: A Rwandan Girl's Brave Fight to Walk, co-authored with Rebeka Uwitonze, and the firt book in a series The Minor Miracle: The Amazing Adventures of Noah Minor. Davis is also recognized for her engagement with readers through school visits and her online platform, Face Out.[1]
Early life and education
[edit]Meredith Davis was born in 1971 and grew up as an avid reader.[1] She earned a bachelor's degree in creative advertising from the University of Texas at Austin.[2] Davis began her career in advertising but was inspired to pursue writing children's books during her time working at Toad Hall, an independent children's bookstore.[3] She later earned a Master of Fine Arts in Writing for Children and Young Adults from the Vermont College of Fine Arts.[2]
Career
[edit]Davis transitioned from advertising to children’s literature, founding the Austin Chapter of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). This initiative helped foster a community of writers and illustrators in Texas.[1] In recognition of her commitment to the organization, SCBWI created the Meredith Davis Volunteer of the Year Award[4] Davis has traveled extensively, visiting 35 countries over nine and a half months, experiences that have influenced her writing and worldview.[1] She frequently visits schools to inspire young readers and share her passion for literature.[3]
Published works
[edit]- Her Own Two Feet: A Rwandan Girl's Brave Fight to Walk (2019, Scholastic Focus): This narrative nonfiction book, co-authored with Rebeka Uwitonze, tells the true story of a Rwandan girl who traveled to the United States for corrective surgery on her club feet. The book has sold over 150,000 copies and received several accolades:[5]
- Starred review from Publishers Weekly[6]
- Junior Library Guild Selection
- NAACP Image Award Nominee
- World magazine’s Children’s Book of the Year (Nonfiction)
- TXLA Bluebonnet List Selection
- The Minor Miracle: The Amazing Adventures of Noah Minor (2024, WaterBrook): A middle-grade novel following Noah Minor, a seventh grader who discovers he has superpowers, leading to a series of unexpected adventures.[7]
- The Minor Rescue: The Amazing Adventures of Noah Minor (2025, WaterBrook): The sequel to The Minor Miracle, continuing Noah's journey as he and his friends travel to New York to solve a kidnapping case.[7]
Face Out
[edit]In addition to her books, Davis curates Face Out, a subscription newsletter where she shares her favorite children’s books organized by themes such as self-control, gentleness, and faithfulness. Drawing from over 20 years of experience reading aloud to children, she provides short synopses and recommendations, encouraging readers to explore these stories.[1]
Personal life
[edit]Meredith Davis lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband, three children, and grandchildren. Her home reflects her lifelong passion for books and storytelling.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f "About Meredith Davis". Meredith L. Davis Official Website. Retrieved November 21, 2024.
- ^ a b "Meredith Davis - Author Profile". Penguin Random House. Retrieved November 21, 2024.
- ^ a b "Meredith Davis - Goodreads". Goodreads. Retrieved November 21, 2024.
- ^ "Meredith Davis Volunteer of the Year". SCBWI. Retrieved November 23, 2024.
- ^ "Her Own Two Feet". Scholastic Focus. Retrieved November 21, 2024.
- ^ "Children's Book Review: Her Own Two Feet". Publishers Weekly. October 10, 2019. Retrieved November 21, 2024.
- ^ a b "The Minor Miracle". WaterBrook. Retrieved November 21, 2024.