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Kristin Mahoney

KRISTIN MAHONEY is a former magazine editor and elementary school reading teacher with a master's degree in elementary education and teaching literacy from Bank Street College of Education. Her writing has appeared on the New York Times Learning Network blog, McCall's magazine, and the SCBWI "Write This" Gallery. Her first two books are Annie's Life in Lists and The 47 People You'll Meet in Middle School. Kristin lives in New Jersey with her husband and two daughters. Follow her on Twitter at @KMcMahoney.
A Pocket Full of Rocks
Elfie Unperfect
The 47 People You'll Meet in Middle School
Annie's Life in Lists

Books

A Pocket Full of Rocks
Elfie Unperfect
The 47 People You'll Meet in Middle School
Annie's Life in Lists

Books for LGBTQIA+ History Month

For LGBTQIA+ History Month in October, we’re celebrating the shared history of individuals within the community and the importance of the activists who have fought for their rights and the rights of others. We acknowledge the varying and diverse experiences within the LGBTQIA+ community that have shaped history and have led the way for those

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National Depression Education and Awareness Month

For National Depression Education and Awareness Month in October, we are sharing a collection of titles that educates and informs on depression, including personal stories from those who have experienced depression and topics that range from causes and symptoms of depression to how to develop coping mechanisms to battle depression.

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