ABOUT ROB SANDERS
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Rob Sanders is a teacher who writes and a writer who
teaches. He is known for his funny and fierce fiction and nonfiction picture
books and is recognized as one of the pioneers in the arena of LGBTQIA+
literary nonfiction picture books. Rob’s nonfiction books continue to break new
ground, including the first picture books about the Pride Flag, the Stonewall
Uprising, a transgender Civil War soldier, a gay presidential candidate, and the
first gay marriage in America. His work also continues to introduce readers to
heroes of the LGBTQIA+ community—from Harvey Milk to Gilbert Baker, from Cleve
Jones to Bayard Rustin, and more. His
fiction explores friendship, relationships, standing up for others, and being
allies. Blood Brothers, his first middle grade novel, written in
powerful, raw verse releases in Spring 2022. And Rob pays it forward. He serves
as co-regional advisor for SCBWI Florida and is a frequent speaker, teacher, mentor,
coach, and critiquer.Rob
is represented by Rubin Pfeffer.Website:
robsanderswrites.com
