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Last Updated: 03 February, 2020

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Authors’ Calendar [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – Provides short introductions to the lives and works of hundreds of authors from around the world.
Alex Haley [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] – Journalist and author of the widely-acclaimed novel Roots.
Alice Walker [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] – A leading voices among black American women writers who has produced an acclaimed and varied body of work, including poetry, novels, short stories, essays, and criticism.
Allen Say [ Kids/Teens ] – Official site of the author of Home of the Brave, El Chino, Grandfather’s Journey and Tea with Milk. Includes news, articles, and speeches by the author.
Amy MacDonald [ Kids ] – Biography of the award-winning children’s book author, including information about the author, her books, and scheduled school visits.
Andrea U’Ren [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] – Includes book descriptions, portfolio, and biographical information.
Ann Herrick [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] – Reviews and synopses of books and stories, information about the author, and links to sites related to writing.
Ashley Wolff [ Kids/Teens ] – Children’s book author and illustrator provides biographical information and teacher activities, as well as information on scheduling a school visit.
Audrey Couloumbis [ Kids/Teens ] – Author’s site includes information and sample chapters from recent books; recipes; and idea starters, photos and biographic information for book reports.
Author Biographies [ Kids ] – Students provide very short biographies of their favorite Newbery Award-winning authors.
Author Search Index on kidsreads.com [ Kids ] – Introduces children’s authors through author profiles and interviews. Also offers e-mail addresses of select writers.
Author Webliography [ Mature Teens ] – Directory of scholarly sites about classic authors.
Authors and Illustrators [ Kids ] – A part of the Horn Book’s Virtual History Exhibit, this site features letters and radio interviews with classic children’s writers.
Authors of Lasting Fame [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – A brief introduction to authors Nathaniel Hawthorne, Charlotte Bronte, and Pulitzer Prize winner Edna Ferber.
Bill Peet [ Kids ] – Tells about the author and his books. Also includes information and games for the classroom.
Brent R. Schofield [ Kids ] – Author of “What The Cat Knows” and “Hairballs And Sticky Things”. Features book descriptions and biography.
Coleen Salley [ Kids/Teens ] – Promotes children’s author and storyteller, providing information about recent publications and booking engagements.
Colin West [ Kids ] – Features the poems and stories of the children’s author/illustrator, along with a glimpse into his personal life, photos, and answers to frequently asked questions.
Corbett, Scott – Includes brief biography and full bibliography of the author’s sixty-nine children’s books.
David Almond [ Mature Teens ] – Includes a brief biography of the author, reviews of his books, and a list of awards won.
Debra Frasier [ Kids ] – A brief biography of the author with introductions to her illustrations, including reports from her current studio projects and outdoor adventures.
Denise Vega [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – The author of ‘Click Here(To Find Out How I Survived Seventh Grade)’; with a biography and book details.
Donna Maria [ Kids ] – Visit the magical worlds from the books, including the 5 stories about Miss Christmas and the lands visited by the Princess of Colour.
Duncan, Lois [ Kids/Teens ] – A short autobiography of the award-winning young adult horror writer.
Elaine Scott [ Kids/Teens ] – Official website for the non-fiction author. Includes a biography, information about her work, and a schedule of school visits and special events.
From Noah Webster to Merriam-Webster [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] – Tells about the author of America’s first dictionary.
Gale Group: Poet’s Corner [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] – Includes biographies of more than 30 poets along with guides to their most popular works.
Great Writers and Poets [ Mature Teens ] – Directory of links to resources for numerous authors, including information on Nobel Prize winners.
Iain Lawrence [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – Introduces the author of Lord of the Nutcracker Men and The High Seas Trilogy. Includes biographical sketch, stories from the author’s personal life, and photos.
Jacqueline Harvey [ Kids/Teens ] – Official site of the children’s author of the book, “Code Name Mr Right.” Includes a biography, with photographs, as well as special areas for students and teachers.
Jane Louise Curry [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] – Author of adventure, fantasy, time travel, mystery, and Native American tales for young people. Site includes book chapters, background, illustrations, photos, reviews, and biography.
Jeanne DuPrau [ Kids/Teens ] – The official site includes a brief biography and a synopsis of the book, “The City of Ember”.
Jerry Spinelli [ Teens ] – Official site at Random House. Includes short biography, book reviews, and awards.
Judith St. George. [ Teens ] – The author of “So You Want to be President?”. The site has a biography and details of her books.
KLGoing.com [ Mature Teens ] – Official site for the author of young adult fiction. Includes biography, FAQ, a synopsis of published works, and contact information.
Lara M. Zeises [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – Official site of this author of the young adult novels, Bringing Up the Bones and Contents Under Pressure. Includes a biography, news, and a schedule of appearances.
Larke, Joe [ Kids ] – Introduces children’s writer Joe Larke, his stories, and his poems. Also includes contact information, details about school visits, and tips for young writers.
Learning About Cynthia Voigt [ Teens ] – An 8th-grader shares what she has learned about this popular young adult writer.
Lives of Girls Who Became Famous [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – The stories of 19 girls who became famous in their adult life.
Lurlene McDaniel [ Mature Teens ] – Official website, including biography, book information, appearances, and links.
Marisabina Russo [ Kids ] – Provides personal information about the author, a synopsis of the books she has written, and a schedule of school visits.
Mary Ann Rodman [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – Includes a biography, list of books, advice, and a scrapbook.
Maurice Sendak [ Kids ] – Tells about the childhood of the man who created the Wild Things and identifies some of the influences that shaped his writing and artwork.
Maya Angelou [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] – Novelist and poet who became a national celebrity in 1970 with the publication of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. Also San Francisco’s first black streetcar conductor.
Mitali Perkins’ Fire Escape [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] – The author reflects on life in the melting pot, offering writing contests, a safe place to discuss immigrant life, book reviews, and other related resources, including her own writing.
Morris Gleitzman [ Kids/Teens ] – Listen to Gleitzman read parts of his stories, such as “Two Weeks with the Queen”, and “Worry Warts”. Contains photographs and a biography.
Neil Arksey [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] – Biography, pictures, book information, opinions, competitions, opportunities for dialogue with the author.
Paul Geraghty [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] – Official site of the children’s picture book author and illustrator. Includes a photo gallery, a list of his works and awards, and a schedule of author visits.
Paul Jennings [ Kids/Teens ] – Author of “Uncanny!”, “The Cabbage Patch War”, and Hedley Hopkins”. Contains a biography, a list of books and their covers, and some games.
Philip Pullman [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – Official site of the author of “His Dark Materials”; with a biography, questions, and information about the books.
The Poet’s Bookshelf: Biographies of Famous Poets [ Kids/Teens ] – Gifted students write about the lives of 12 well-known American poets.
Poultry in Motion [ Kids/Teens ] – Official site of the authors and illustrators of books for children, Mary Jane and Herm Auch, provides question and answer pages for children and aspiring children’s writers and illustrators.
Richard Brassey [ Kids ] – Learn about Brilliant Brits, Nessie, and How to Speak Chimpanzee on the author/illustrator’s site. Find animations, games, riddles, and teacher resources.
Richard Scarsbrook [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – The official site of the author of the Cheeseburger Subversive and other short stories and poems. Includes a synopsis of his book, readings, endorsements, and a schedule of readings and events.
Rimbaud, Arthur [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – Offers introduction to the Victorian-era author. Includes poems and “seer” letters, with a brief analysis.
Roger J. Green [ Teens ] – Includes information about the author and his books, including a full list of books and how he started writing.
Salter, Helen [ Teens ] – Official website of the teen fiction author. Includes about the author, links and contact, FAQs, and book order form.
Seymour Simon [ Kids ] – Official homepage of the award-winning science author for children. Includes information on the author and his 200+ books, along with science links.
Sherry Ashworth [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – Offers book list and author information.
Sherry Garland [ Kids/Teens ] – Contains biography, list of books, FAQs, author visit information, and writing tips.
Simon Cheshire [ Kids ] – Personal site of the children’s writer who created works such as Totally Unsuitable For Children and the Jeremy Brown spy spoofs. Includes a guide to his life, news, and extracts from his books.
Simon Rose [ Mature Teens ] – Author of science fiction and fantasy novels for children and young adults. Find autobiographical information and a synopsis of some of his books.
Sonya Sones FAQ [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – Answers to questions about the author of teen poetry novels including One of Those Hideous Books Where the Mother Dies, What My Mother Doesn’t Know, and Stop Pretending.
Susan Wojciechowski [ Kids ] – Author site, featuring her Beany books, Christmas Miracle, and other works. Information on school visits, and related book activities.
Tamora Pierce [ Teens/Mature Teens ] – Official site of the author of the Circle of Magic books, and other popular series. Find a biography of the author, FAQs, and art work.
Teri Daniels Books [ Kids/Teens ] – Author of picture books including The Feet in the Gym, Just Enough, G-Rex, and Math Man. Features a biography, photos, activities that relate to her stories, links for young readers, and teacher’s guides.
Tomie DePaola [ Kids/Teens ] – Provides biographical sketch complete with a list of accomplishments, calendar, and pictures.
Wendelin Van Draanen [ Kids/Teens ] – (Official site) Dedicated to her Sammy Keyes mystery books. Contains Sammy’s song, interview, short book reviews, mystery game, and the author’s biography.
Writers Online: Terence Blacker Questions & Answers [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] – Interview with the novelist and a list of all his children’s books, plus an extract from a Ms. Wiz story with suggestions for aspiring young writers.

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