Matt de la Peña, 2000
Writers · January 1, 2000
Matt de la Peña
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Matt de la Peña is 26 years old, born January 1, 2000 in United States · Capricorn.
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About
Matt de la Peña wrote young-adult novels that earned him the Newbery Medal in 2016 for *Last Stop on Market Street*. Born in the US on January 1, 2000, he specializes in children's books. A Capricorn, de la Peña's work centers on stories for teen readers.
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Biography
Matt de la Peña is an American children's writer born January 1, 2000. He specializes in novels for young adults, building a career focused on storytelling for teen audiences. His breakout recognition came in 2016 when he won the Newbery Medal for *Last Stop on Market Street*, one of the highest honors in children's literature. As a Capricorn, de la Peña embodies the sign's reputation for discipline and craft—his novels are known for their emotional depth and accessible prose aimed at young readers. Writers in his genre typically balance commercial appeal with literary substance, and de la Peña's award validates his approach to YA fiction. Based in the US, he continues to shape contemporary children's publishing through his work.
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Trivia
- Won the Newbery Medal in 2016, one of the most prestigious awards in American children's literature.
- Specializes in young-adult novels rather than picture books or early readers.
- *Last Stop on Market Street* was the winning title that brought him national recognition.
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Disciplined and structured. Matt de la Peña succeed where consistency beats charisma — long catalogs, repeatable craft, slow-grow audiences.
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- Matt de la Peña is a Capricorn, born January 1, 2000.
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- Matt de la Peña was born in 2000, the year of the Metal Dragon.
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- Matt de la Peña is from United States.
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- Matt de la Peña is a writer.
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