Nicole D. Collier, Ph.D. is a former elementary school teacher turned executive coach. She's also a non-competitive runner and salsera, and has been known to turn cartwheels from time to time. The Georgia native writes contemporary middle grade fiction.
"Collier masterfully delivers a multidimensional protagonist with a
clear and relatable voice. . . . Maya's journey as she learns to
adjust to life's curveballs and listen to her inner truth will keep
readers hooked from start to finish." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred
review)"Beginning each chapter with a fortune, Collier (Just Right
Jillian) delivers another immersive novel, and its emotionally
tinged first-person voice offers fresh observations about parental
tensions and changing friendship dynamics." -- Publishers Weekly
(starred review)"This book is filled to the brim with relatable
characters who can demonstrate to readers how to navigate the
complexities of friendship and family." -- Booklist"This is my kind
of book! If you like stories about family, friendship, and learning
to listen to your heart to figure out what's true for you, then
this will be your kind of book, too!" -- Debbi Michiko Florence,
author of Sweet and Sour"With sweetness, humor, and an abundance of
heart, Collier paints an authentic and layered portrait of what it
means to ask questions that don't have simple answers, to be true
to oneself, and to grow with and because of the love that surrounds
us. A soul-satisfying treat!" -- Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich,
author of Operation Sisterhood"Nicole captures the beauty in the
absolute messiness of being a 12-year-old. Maya's struggle to be
loyal to what her parents want for her vs. what she wants for
herself is the lesson we all need." -- Paula Chase, author of So
Done"In Maya Jenkins, Nicole D. Collier has created a voice that's
distinct and compelling, vulnerable and real. Maya will make her
way into your heart from the very first page. And readers will see
their own complex, tender, and strong extended families in
Collier's lovingly drawn portrait. THE MANY FORTUNES OF MAYA is a
delight."
-- Kate Albus, author of A Place to Hang the Moon
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