Janet McNaughton

CanadianHistorical FictionYoung Adult (YA)b. 1953

Janet McNaughton is a Canadian author known for her young adult fiction, often set in historical Canadian settings. She holds a Ph.D. in folklore and draws upon this academic background in her writing. McNaughton's work frequently explores themes of history, identity, and the human experience, earning her numerous awards.

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Awards

['Violet Downey Book Award', 'Ann Connor Brimer Award', 'Geoffrey Bilson Award for Historical Fiction for Young People', "Mr. Christie's Book Award", 'Ruth Schwartz Award', "Bruneau Family Children's Literature Award", 'CLA Young-Adult Book Award']

Notable Works

['To Dance at the Palais Royale', 'The Secret Under My Skin', 'An Earthly Knight', 'Catch Me Once, Catch Me Twice', 'Make or Break Spring', 'Brave Jack and the Unicorn']