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Birth
Avi was born in New York City on December 23, 1937. -
Determined His Future
Avi decided that he wanted to write literature for the rest of his life. -
Graduation
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Marraige
Avi marries Joan Gabriner. -
1st Published Book
Avi's first book, Things That Sometimes Happen, was published. -
Worked In The Library
Avi worked in a library for about 25 years. -
Christopher Award
Avi wins the Cristopher Award for Encounter at Easton. -
Scott O'Dell Historical Fiction Award
Avi was awarded this award for The Fighting Ground. -
Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor
Avi won this award for True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle. -
Nothing But The Truth Was Published
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Newbery Award
Avi was awarded the Newbery Award for Nothing But The Truth. -
Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor
Avi won this award for Nothing But The Truth. -
Newbery Medal
Avi was awarded the Newbery Medal for Crispin: The Cross of Lead.