Nadia King is thrilled to serve as a juror for the Florida Book Awards in the Younger Children's Literature category. With a certification as a K-6 teacher, Nadia currently excels as an Instructional Technology Specialist for Hernando County and holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Creative Writing from the University of South Florida and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of West Florida . Beyond her professional achievements, Nadia is a competitive bowler, a published author, and a dedicated single mom with a profound passion for writing and reading.