Jacqueline Woodson grew up reading the Bible in Bushwick, Brooklyn. From Noah's Ark to Lot's wife turning into a pillar of salt, the fantastical stories of scripture told a young Jacqueline there were possibilities in storytelling. Now an award-winning and bestselling author of over thirty books, she has brought important stories to readers of all ages. In this week's episode, learn how the great Jacqueline Woodson crafts characters, settings, and stories on the page and in her heart. 

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