History is more than dates and facts, it is filled with the story of those who survived them.  Author Lauren Tarshis's best-selling series I Survived focuses on the story of a fictional young adult who survived major historical events.  Her passion for writing and creating characters who are both relatable and historically accurate. 

To learn more about Lauren and her books you can visit her website  or follow her on Twitter @laurentarshis or on Instagram @laurentarshis 

You can learn more about her books at scholastic.com 

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