Today, our writing family on From the Mixed Up Files lost a friend and collaborator. Gail Shepherd passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2020.
She was part of our writing family here, regularly contributing to our editor/agent spotlight feature. She was also a debut author: her book THE TRUE HISTORY OF LYNDIE B. HAWKINS just released in November of 2019 (Kathy Dawson Books/Penguin Random House)
We grieve our loss of a friend, a colleague, and a bright voice in middle-grade literature.
I’m so very sad to hear of Gail’s passing. My heart goes out to her family and friends.
Gail was such a warm, caring, fun person and a talented author. Sincere condolences to her friends and family. 💖
Sending heartfelt condolences for your loss.
So heartbreaking. Sending out love to all of you who knew and loved her.
I am so sad to hear of this. I LOVE her book and was hoping to read more of her work. Thanks for letting us know.
I was devastated to learn of Gail’s passing earlier today. She was a talented writer and a friend.
One minor correct though – her book came out last March, not November.
I am so sorry for your loss, and for the loss to Gail Shepherd’s family, friends, and children’s writing community.