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

[Wicks, Katrina]

Congratulations, Angela!!!

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On Wed, Jun 10, 2026 at 9:26 PM CASL President <president at ctcasl.org> wrote:

> 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 unpublished writers and illustrators with the opportunity to have their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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