Bill > HJR0362

This resolution recognizes and honors Jeff Zentner, a Nashville-based author of young adult fiction who has made significant contributions to literature. The resolution highlights Zentner's novel "In the Wild Light", which is set in East Tennessee and tells the story of Cash Pruitt, a young man raised by his grandparents after losing his mother to opioid addiction. The resolution emphasizes Zentner's literary achievements, including being selected as a New York Times Notable Book multiple times, winning several prestigious awards such as the American Library Association's William C. Morris Award, and having his books translated into fifteen languages. Additionally, the resolution notes Zentner's background as a musician who previously recorded with notable artists like Iggy Pop and Nick Cave, and praises his work for providing an authentic representation of East Tennessee and its people. The resolution ultimately seeks to honor Zentner's contributions to literacy, entertainment, and storytelling, extending best wishes for his continued success.

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