Carmen Agra Deedy
Carmen Agra Deedy Born Havana, Cuba Occupation author, storyteller Nationality U.S.A. Genre Children's literature Notable works 14 Cows for America, Martina the Beautiful Cockroach, The Yellow Star, The Library Dragon Notable awards Pura Belpre Honor, Odyssey Honor, Christopher Award, Jane Adams Peace Prize Honor, Bologna Ragazzi Award for Children's Non-Fiction, Parents Choice Gold Website www.carmenagradeedy.com Carmen Agra Deedy is an internationally known, award winning author of children’s literature, storyteller and radio contributor. Born in Havana, Cuba, she migrated to the United States with her family in 1963 after the Cuban Revolution. Deedy grew up in Decatur, Georgia.