[CASL-L] Exciting CASL member news: Angela Antonelli

[CASL President]

CASL is so thrilled to share this news with you!

Angela Antonelli put countless volunteer hours into being a CASL Board
member this year. Who knew she was busily working on another
passion--writing, as well?! Angela: We're so excited to see your books in
print. (Read more details below.)

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CANTON, Conn. — Canton resident and Avon elementary library media
specialist Angela Antonelli received two honors in the 2026 Tassy Walden
Awards (https://www.shorelinearts.org/copy-of-tassy-walden-award-announce)
for New Voices in Children's Literature, a Connecticut competition for
emerging creators of children's books.

Antonelli earned Honorable Mention in the fiction picture book category and
was also named a Finalist in the nonfiction picture book category.
Presented by Shoreline Arts Alliance, the Tassy Walden Awards provide
unpublished writers and illustrators with the opportunity to have their
work evaluated by professionals in the children's publishing industry. The
2026 judging panel included children's literary agents and editors from
leading publishing houses and literary agencies. Entries are evaluated on
literary merit, originality, and potential for publication.

Antonelli serves as a library media specialist in Avon Public Schools,
where she works with elementary students to foster literacy, research
skills, and a lifelong appreciation for reading. Her interest in children's
literature extends beyond the school library to writing picture books for
young readers.

The awards were presented during the 2026 Tassy Walden Awards recognition
ceremony on June 9, 2026.


Congratulations, Angela!



*Valerie DiLorenzo*
CASL President
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