She is currently a candidate at UM for her second MFA in screenwriting She returned to the University of Miami to earn her Master of Fine Arts in creative writing as a James A. After graduating from Barron Collier High School and Boston College, Cardillo moved to New York City to work as a children’s book editor. “The fact that she grew up in Naples makes her appearance even more special.”Īlthough a resident of South Florida, Cardillo makes frequent visits to Naples. “We’re so excited to have Margaret join us for this event,” says Karen Clawson, founder and executive director of K is for Kids. The day will also feature a host of kid-centered activities for boys and girls such as storytelling, scavenger hunts and face painting.Ī portion of proceeds from all purchases made at Barnes & Noble on February 12 will be donated to K is for Kids, a Naples-based non-profit organization. She’ll also sign copies of “Just Being Audrey.” Girls attending the event are encouraged to dress up as Audrey Hepburn and will receive a strand of white beads as a souvenir of the event. Inspired since childhood by Audrey Hepburn, Cardillo wrote the book as a way to share her admiration for the late actress’ life and humanitarian efforts, and to introduce young girls to a positive role model.ĭuring the Book Fair, Cardillo will conduct a brief writing workshop and assist young writers as they put their talents to work on stories for the K is for Kids Young Authors book. Cardillo’s debut children’s book, Just Being Audrey, will be released later this month by Harper Collins.
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