Lily and Dunkin

by Donna Gephart

About the Author

Donna Gephart grew up in Philadelphia. She often rode her bike to the library to check out books to read. As an adult, Donna now lives in southern Florida with her family, which includes her canine assistant, Benji. Referring to herself as a "Professional Nerd", Donna's love of reading and libraries lead her to career as a children's book author. If you want to learn more about Donna, check out her website, which includes photos of her as a kid.

About the Book

Just as Lily Jo McGrother and Dunkin Dorfman's lives will never be the same after they meet, readers hearts will forever be changed after reading this book.

* 2017 Southern Book Award Winner--Juvenile Category

* Voice Award from the Palm Beach County Action Alliance for Mental Health

* NPR's Best Kids' Books of 2016

* Chicago Public Library Best Fiction for Older Readers 2016

* New York Public Library Best Books for Kids 2016

* Amazon's Top 20 Children's Books of 2016

* Top 10 Audiobooks of 2016, School Library Journal

* YALSA 2017 Best Fiction for Young Adults

* YALSA 2017 Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers

* ALA 2017 Rainbow Book List -- GLBTQ Books for Children & Teens

* Georgia Book Award, 2017-2018 Nominee

* Rhode Island Middle School Book Award Nominee, 2018