Elizabeth Acevedo

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Elizabeth Acevedo is a New York Times-bestselling author. She holds a BA in Performing Arts from The George Washington University and an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Maryland. Acevedo has been a fellow of Cave Canem, Cantomundo, and a participant in the Callaloo Writer’s Workshops. She is a National Poetry Slam Champion, and resides in Washington, DC with her loves.

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New & Upcoming Releases

Anger Is Only a Shadow

September 15, 2026

Standalone Fiction

The Poet X

2018

With the Fire on High

2019

Clap When You Land

2020

Family Lore

2023

Anger Is Only a Shadow

2026

Works of Poetry

Beastgirl & Other Origin Myths

2016

Inheritance

2022

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