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Judith Guest

Judith Guest was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan and graduated from the University of Michigan with a BA in Education in 1958. She is the author of Ordinary People and Second Heaven. Ordinary People was adapted into the 1980 film of the same name that went on to win Best Picture at the Academy Awards. Guest lives in Edina, Minnesota, and Harrisville, Michigan. 
Ordinary People

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Ordinary People

Books for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month this February, we are highlighting essential fiction and nonfiction for students, teachers, and parents to share and discuss this month and beyond. Join Penguin Random House Education in celebrating the contributions of Black authors and illustrators by exploring the titles here: BLACK HISTORY – MIDDLE SCHOOL BLACK HISTORY –

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