This biography introduces readers to Kate DiCamillo, the Newbery Medal winning American author of Because of Winn-Dixie, The Tale of Desperaux, The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, and the Mercy Watson series. Readers will learn about DiCamillo's early struggle with illness, and her journey from Pennsylvania to Florida and Minnesota. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight DiCamillo's childhood, education, and early influences. Checkerboard...

Presents the life of the artist and author known primarily for his award-winning illustrated children's books.

This biography of British children's author Roald Dahl introduces his childhood in Wales and England, the boarding school education that inspired the book Boy, his world travels, and his experience in World War II. Full-color photos, a glossary, and an index highlight Dahl's major works, such as Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, James and the Giant Peach, and The Witches, as well as his writing process, experience as a screenwriter, and family life....

A brief biography of the children's author Lemony Snicket.

"Introduces children's author and illustrator, Mo Willems, including his early life, how he got his start, and some of his popular books."--

"Introduces children's author, Jacqueline Woodson, including her early life, books, and legacy."--

"This title introduces readers to the life and works of Charles Schulz, including "Peanuts" and his Charlie Brown character. Complete with photographs and a timeline."--

Biography of the American writer who remembers so well what it was like to be young and who has written for young people for over twenty-five years.

J.R.R. Tolkien was a master magician with words. He did not plan on writing books. He was a busy university professor with a wife and four children. More than 70 years have passed since Tolkien wrote The Hobbit and it is still a favorite for readers of all ages.