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2026 NM Children's Book Fair
Please join Khadijah and other amazing local creatives at this free event for kids & teens!!

Khadijah VanBrakle
4 days ago1 min read


Local book signing -- 09/19/2026
In celebration of 2026 Grandparents' Day, Khadijah will be signing her multi-generational Young Adult novel, MY PERFECT FAMILLY, at the Barnes & Noble Westside. Join her on Saturday, Sept. 19th at 12pm.

Khadijah VanBrakle
Sep 91 min read


2026 NM Press Women Zia Book award
My Perfect Family was award the 2026 Zia Award for Young Adult Books. This honor, from NM Press Women, recognizes women authors of Children's and YA books who have a strong connection to New Mexico through their settings, characters, and/or themes.

Khadijah VanBrakle
May 61 min read


Recognition for My Perfect Family
Khadijah's sophomore novel, MY PERFECT FAMILY , is one Kirkus' Best Teen & YA Books of 2025 About Family.

Khadijah VanBrakle
Dec 19, 20251 min read


Fatima Tate wins NM Book Award
Khadijah's debut, Fatima Tate Takes The Cake , won the 2025 NM Book Award for Best YA novel.

Khadijah VanBrakle
Oct 10, 20251 min read
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