Lynn E. Hazen writes books filled with humor, heart and hope. SHIFTY, her young adult novel, was praised by Kirkus Reviews as “a realistic story that resonates. Smart writing and an engaging narrative keep the story fresh, while an interesting plot will keep readers turning the pages.”

SHIFTY was chosen for VOYA’s Top Shelf Fiction, as a CCBC Choice, and as a Smithsonian Notable.

Lynn’s books for younger readers include: two young chapter books, Cinder Rabbit and The Amazing Trail of Seymour Snail, Mermaid Mary Margaret (middle grade novel), hailed "a winner" by Kirkus Reviews; and Buzz Bumble to the Rescue (a picture book).

Lynn earned an M.F.A. in Writing For Children and Young Adults at Vermont College, and an M.A. in Education at San Francisco State University.

Lynn E. Hazen enjoys giving presentations at schools, libraries, conferences, and literary events. She teaches classes in Writing for Children & Young Adults at UC Berkeley Extension & Stanford Continuing Studies.

Lynn lives with her family in San Francisco, CA.

Lynn blogs at The Imaginary Blog:
http://LynnHazenImaginaryBlog.blogspo...

http://www.ShiftyTheBook.com
http://www.CinderRabbit.com
http://www.MermaidMaryMargaret.com
http://www.myspace.com/ShiftyTheBook