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Janet Ruth Young

Janet Ruth Young
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Janet Ruth Young

Janet Ruth Young is the author of the teen novels My Beautiful Failure, Things I Shouldn’t Think (previously published as The Babysitter Murders), and The Opposite of Music. She lives in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Visit her at... Read full bio

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Q. What is your motto or maxim?
A. Progress, not perfection.
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My life in 8 words: "Dedicated to removing the stigma of mental illness."
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Q. What is your motto or maxim? A. Progress, not perfection. Q. If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would you choose to be? A. Right where I am (I chose to live here). However, I'd like to have a pied-a-terre in Boston or New York City so that I can keep up with cultural events. Q. What 3 personal qualities are most important to you? A. Integrity, competence, and a sense of purpose. Q. What is your greatest achievement? A. My three books, of course! Q. What trait is most noticeable about you? A. I laugh and smile a lot. Learn more about Janet Ruth Young

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Winston-Salem Journal, May 19, 2013
...compassion, even toward the mean kids, is invaluable. “My Beautiful Failure” and “Things I Shouldn’t Think” by Janet Ruth Young, Simon and Schuster, ages 14 and up. $16.99 and $8.99. Janet Ruth Young tackles difficult topics with ease. In...
Winston-Salem Journal, May 19, 2013
...compassion, even toward the mean kids, is invaluable. “My Beautiful Failure” and “Things I Shouldn’t Think” by Janet Ruth Young, Simon and Schuster, ages 14 and up. $16.99 and $8.99. Janet Ruth Young tackles difficult topics with ease. In...
Gloucester Daily Times, November 26, 2012
...& Noble so the Mrs. could sign her new releases, she doesn?t look too happy, does she? Janet (Janet Ruth Young) writes young adult novels with a mental health theme. My Beautiful Failure is her latest which was released on Nov 13 along with "Things I...