Julius Lester

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Julius Lester turned to writing after spending time as a photographer, musician, and political activist in the 1960s. His more than forty books for adults and children have garnered many awards, including ALA Notable citations and a Coretta Scott King Honor. To Be a Slave was a Newbery Honor Book, and John Henry received a Boston Globe-Horn Book award and a Caldecott Honor.

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Day of Tears (Coretta Scott King Author Honor Title)
Day of Tears (Coretta Scott King Author Honor Title)

Day of Tears (Coretta Scott King Author Honor Title)

by Julius Lester

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