R. J. Palacio

R. J. Palacio
Born Raquel Jaramillo Palacio
(1963-07-13) July 13, 1963
United States
Pen name R. J. Palacio
Raquel Palacio
Occupation Novelist, graphic designer
Language English
Nationality American
Genre Fiction, young adult
Notable works Wonder

Raquel Jaramillo Palacio (born July 13, 1963), better known by her pen name R. J. Palacio, is an American author and graphic designer.[1]

Born into a family of immigrants from Colombia, she is the author of several novels for children, including the best-selling Wonder,[1] which was adapted into a film version in 2017. Palacio served as executive producer for the film. She currently lives in New York City together with her husband and two sons.[2]

References

  1. 1 2 Russo, Maria (December 20, 2016). "R. J. Palacio and Meg Medina Talk Diversity and Children's Books". The New York Times.
  2. ↑ "Author". Rjpalacio.com.


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