Τ.R. Simon is a children's book author who has gained recognition for her work in the genre. She is best known for her "Zora and Me" series, which she co-wrote with Victoria Bond. The debut novel in the series, simply titled "Zora and Me," was well-received and went on to win the Coretta Scott King John Steptoe New Talent Author Award. The book was also nominated for an Edgar Award for Juvenile Fiction, showcasing its wide appeal and critical acclaim.
In addition to its accolades, "Zora and Me" was selected for a number of prestigious lists and programs. It was an ABC New Voices Selection, Junior Library Guild Selection, Fall Indie Next Top Ten Pick, SIBA Okra Award Winner, and a top pick for both Booklist and Kirkus. The book's success helped to establish Simon as a talented writer and the series as a whole has been well-regarded by readers and critics alike.
Simon's other notable work includes "Oskar and the Eight Blessings," which she co-wrote with her husband Richard Simon and New York Times bestselling illustrator Mark Siegel. This book was the winner of a National Jewish Book Award for children's literature. Simon's most recent book is "Zora and Me: The Cursed Ground," which has received starred reviews from a number of respected publications and has been nominated for a 2019 Edgar Award in the Juvenile category.