Jeff Rivera facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jeff Rivera
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Rivera in 2008.
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| Born | September 5, 1976 Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S. |
| Occupation | Novelist, young adult fiction |
| Period | 2003–present |
Jeff Rivera is an American author who writes exciting books for young adults, like you! He was born on September 5, 1976, in Salt Lake City, Utah. His stories often show how people can change their lives for the better.
About Jeff Rivera
Jeff Rivera is a talented American author. He is best known for writing books that are popular with young readers. His stories often focus on characters who face challenges and learn important lessons.
One of his well-known books is Oh Yes I Can!, which came out in 2003. His book Forever My Lady was released in July 2007.
Forever My Lady
Forever My Lady tells the story of a young Latino person who made some mistakes. This character goes to a special program designed to help young people change their lives. The story is about how he works hard to become a better person. He wants to win back the love of a girl he cared about.
Jeff Rivera was inspired to write this story after a challenging time in his own life. He met someone who used to be part of a group that caused trouble, but who had completely turned their life around. This meeting gave him the idea for the book.
Before a big publisher, Warner Books, picked up Forever My Lady, Jeff Rivera had already shared it himself. About 8,000 copies were available in print and as e-books. A book reviewer named Harriet Klausner called it "a terrific character driven redemption tale," meaning it's a great story about a character who finds a way to improve.
Awards and Recognition
Jeff Rivera has received awards for his writing.
- In 2007, he won the Mahogany Media Award for Best New Author.
- He also won the Mahogany Media Award for Best Urban Fiction in the same year.
