Emilie Buchwald

Emilie Buchwald is an accomplished American writer, editor, and educator known for her work promoting literacy and children's literature. She served as the founding director of the University of Minnesota's Lindquist Center for the Arts and was a prominent editor of children's books, helping to bring diverse and meaningful stories to young readers. Buchwald has also received recognition for her advocacy of literacy and her contributions to literature, earning awards such as the Margaret A. Edwards Award. Her work has significantly influenced the development and accessibility of children's and young adult literature, supporting cultural understanding and education.