Kate McElderry is the author of Declan Someone (The Journey of Declan Noone), her debut novella. First launched in Baltimore, Maryland and soon after in Dublin, Ireland, Declan Someone, was inspired by Kate’s own neurodiversity, her students, and time spent writing in Ireland. Since its publication Declan Someone has received high accolades and two award recognitions. The book is currently being used in book clubs, workshops, non-profit organizations, libraries and schools alike.
A member of educational boards and writing guilds, Kate has presented at numerous learning summits, seminars, conferences, schools, universities, and libraries, including, European Dyslexia Association, American University, Oxford University, Towson University, and more.
A Peace Corps Volunteer turned classroom teacher, educational director, international speaker and writer, Kate, has served youth and families of all backgrounds, in various parts of the globe, for three decades. She is on the governing council of the International Youth Alliance and volunteers with the juvenile justice system.
When not working or volunteering, Kate enjoys spending summers unplugged, reading, writing, and creating art, preferably on the coastline.
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