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Alma Alexander

Alma Alexander

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I am Alma Alexander, author of the HarperCollins YA series, WORLDWEAVERS. The third book, "Cybermage," has just been released in hard cover. Book 1 -- "Gift of the Unmage" -- and book 2 -- Spellspam -- are out in paperback.

I write for both adults and children and have published 10 books. My best known book, "Secrets of Jin Shei," is currently out in 13 languages worldwide. Among my other books are the high-fantasy duology "The Hidden Queen" and "Changer of Days. "

I have lived and worked on four continents, and currently make my home in Washington state with my husband, two cats and assorted visiting wildlife.

Breaking Through the Spiral Ceiling: An American Woman Becomes a DNA Scientist

Breaking Through the Spiral Ceiling: An American Woman Becomes a DNA Scientist

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Laura Hoopes takes you along as she tries to enter science in the 1960's in the post-Sputnik science education frenzy, only to find doors closed to women.  She persists, makes a career of molecular gerontology and insists on making space for marriage and children in her life.  This inspiring read says, "Yes, you can," to women who have dreams of their own.

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&quot;Suspensful fantasy.&quot;<br />          —ALA Booklist<br /><br />&quot;…this book's energetic plot, well-integrated back story, and teen characters will make fans very happy and bring new readers under the series' spell.&quot;<br />          —Kirkus Reviews<br /><br />&quot;…an incredibly enjoyable tale that blends reality, legend, and magic in one of the freshest fantasy narratives this year.&quot;<br />          —Kara Chancellor, Kliatt (starred review)<br /><br />&quot;Alexander creates a cast of memorable characters who continue to grow into their magical abilities…&quot;<br />          —Teri S. Lesesne, VOYA<br /><br />&quot;Once again, Alexander gives us a story that is engaging, complex, and filled with young people who must face decisions and actions that will impact them for the rest of their lives.&quot;<br />          —Gayle Surrette, SFRevu<br /><br />&quot;Alexander, like Thea, can weave worlds; she seamlessly blends together the worlds of fantasy, science fiction, myth, and contemporary teen life.&quot;<br />          —Samantha Larsen Hastings, School Library Journal