Laurie Arnez has lived in Naples, Florida for 35 years. She is a retired Elementary School Media Specialist, having taught for over 30 years. Laurie was previously a member of the Sunshine State Young Readers’ Award Program, a program sponsored by the Florida Association of Media Educators. Laurie served as a member of the program for grades 3-8 and K-2 and served as its Chairperson.She spent her career reading, selecting and promoting children’s literature and enjoys discovering new books and authors.