Cynthia Kadohata
Cynthia Kadohata
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Cynthia Kadohata writes fiction for young readers and adults. Her works include "Kira-kira," a Newbery Medal winner, and the novels "In the Heart of the Valley of Love" and "The Floating World." She often explores themes of family, identity, and resilience.
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Cynthia Kadohata received the Newbery Medal for her novel Kira-Kira. She also won a National Book Award for Young People's Literature for The Thing About Luck.
Cynthia Kadohata primarily writes for middle grade and young adult readers, with her stories often exploring themes relevant to these age groups.




