Stuart H. Brody won the 2024 Grateful American Book Prize for his novel “Humphrey and Me.” The author was honored at an event at the Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, DC on October 30, 2024. He was presented with a silver medallion created by the renowned artist, Clarice Smith.

Soon after the event in Washington, Brody had the opportunity to visit the residence of the ambassador to the OECD in Paris where Clarice Smith’s paintings are featured in the “American Art Accelerating Democracy” Exhibition.

The author recollected, “As a recipient of the beautiful medallion accompanying the Grateful American Book Prize award and having the good fortune to be in Paris during the display of her paintings, I was thrilled to make the visit.

I wanted also to especially acknowledge Marine Robidel, a remarkable curator and knowledgeable guide who led us through the collection with unstinting enthusiasm that made the experience exceptionally memorable.”