The best part of my day? Getting to show two students that Kristin Scott & I got to meet Sharon M. Draper at #TLA24 last week! We talked about how excited we are for the 3rd “Out of my Mind” book & how much this book changed us for the better. I love being a librarian 😊 #navproud

6th grade students learned about different assistive technologies to prepare to read the novel Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper. Thank you to Mrs. Johnson for lending us some of the adaptive equipment that some of our Wildcats use Creekside MS Sharon M. Draper

Miss Cookie is working hard to help me finish the latest book about Melody—Out of My Dreams.

Ah, that was a WONDERFUL day! I love sharing books with young people.

I enjoyed meeting so many lovely people at #TLA2024 ! Tag me if you got a photo of us, I’d love to see and share them. 💕

In honor of #WorldBookDay , let’s celebrate the power of storytelling and the magic of words to connect us all. Dive into a book and let your imagination soar! What are some of your favorites that you’ve read? Any you’re most excited about on your TBR pile?

I had a blast hanging out with librarians and library professionals and my fellow authors at #TLA2024 ! This year’s theme, ‘Stories Inspire and Opportunities Await,’ really hit home. Yes, they absolutely do! 📚✨

I began reading Out of my Mind to students in my classes in 2011. It is on the Name that Book list. I got to meet Sharon M. Draper and got a signed copy of Out of my Heart today. #tla2024 CyFairLibraries

Can you believe it's been 14 years since Out of My Mind was first released? Thank you to everyone who has embraced Melody's journey and shared her story with others. I can’t wait for the movie adaptation of Out of My Mind to be released and to share Out of My Dreams with you!

Looking for a book for your middle grade student to read next? Check out our list of Must-Read Sharon M. Draper Books for Middle Schoolers here: spr.ly/6016wtPPC

Excited about the announcement of Out of My Dreams! It was inspired by my travel to London, which was magical. Melody’s story started with her rejection of the limitations others imposed on her, and now she will embark on her biggest adventure yet! I can’t wait to share it!

Happy National Sibling Day! I have many cherished memories with my siblings. We have always been close and I’m immensely grateful for them. 💕

Happy National Library Workers Day! Thank you to all the dedicated and hard-working library professionals who keep our libraries running. We appreciate all that you do! #nationallibraryweek

Reading as a child gave me hope, inspiration, and adventure. It is why I am a writer today!💖

Happy Solar Eclipse Day! Stay safe and wear protective glasses if you’re going to watch — and enjoy this exciting day! cbsnews.com/live-updates/w…

Sharon M. Draper Some of Mrs. Ellis’s 6th graders at Lyndhurst Middle School in NJ created dioramas of their favorite part of Out Of My Mind by Sharon Draper.

I’m thrilled to share that the paperback edition of Out of My Heart is now available! This story holds a special place in my heart. I hope the paperback edition finds its way into the hands of many new readers. Thank you to all who have supported Melody through the years!

Wishing everyone a Happy Easter weekend with friends and family!

We were able to correctly solve each station during our escape, but our 7 digit 🔒 clue stumped us & we didn’t break out. We then broke down how to 👀at clues & connect it to what we know, we did break in to reveal a very important message from Out Of My Mind Sharon M. Draper