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Patrick Jones is an American author of young adult novels. He was born in Flint, Michigan in 1961 and grew up in a working-class family. He attended Ainsworth High School and then went on to earn a degree in English from the University of Michigan. After college, he worked as a librarian and then as a writer. He has published over 20 novels, including the award-winning trilogy "The Border Trilogy". Jones's novels often deal with difficult topics such as poverty, violence, and addiction. He is a strong advocate for young people and their right to read.

Here are some additional details about Patrick Jones:

* He is a frequent speaker at library conferences and has visited all 50 states, as well as Canada, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand.
* He has won numerous awards for his writing, including the Catholic Library Association's Regina Medal and the American Library Association's Margaret A. Edwards Award.
* He is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators and the National Council of Teachers of English.
* He lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota with his wife and two children.