Authors and Illustrators of Children's Books
This page contains articles by your About Children's Books Guide about authors and illustrators of children's books in English, as well as links to author and illustrator sites, and information about library and school visits.
All About Dr. Seuss, His Books and More
Here are links to reviews of children's books (The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, The Cat in the Hat, Horton Hears a Who! and more), biographical information and other resources related to Dr. Seuss written and compiled by Elizabeth Kennedy, About.com Guide to Children's Books. Articles include a brief biography of Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss), cover art, and more.
Here are links to reviews of children's books (The Grinch Who Stole Christmas, The Cat in the Hat, Horton Hears a Who! and more), biographical information and other resources related to Dr. Seuss written and compiled by Elizabeth Kennedy, About.com Guide to Children's Books. Articles include a brief biography of Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss), cover art, and more.
All About the Berenstain Bears and Their Creators
The Berenstain Bears children's books have delighted children for decades. Learn about the Berenstain Bears children's books and their creastors, Stan, Jan, and Mike Berenstain.
The Berenstain Bears children's books have delighted children for decades. Learn about the Berenstain Bears children's books and their creastors, Stan, Jan, and Mike Berenstain.
What's the Connection Between Theodor Geisel, Dr. Seuss and Theo. Lesieg?
What do Theodor Geisel, Dr. Seuss and Theo. Lesieg have in common? What is the relationship between the three and what does it have to do with children's books. Dr. Seuss children's books include picture books and beginning readers. What about Theodor Geisel and Theo. Lesieg?
What do Theodor Geisel, Dr. Seuss and Theo. Lesieg have in common? What is the relationship between the three and what does it have to do with children's books. Dr. Seuss children's books include picture books and beginning readers. What about Theodor Geisel and Theo. Lesieg?
Online Beatrix Potter Resources
These online Beatrix Potter resources include articles and biographies of Beatrix Potter, Beatrix Potter illustrations, exhibitions and attractions, plus online copies of many of her books, including The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Peter Rabbit is her best known character.
These online Beatrix Potter resources include articles and biographies of Beatrix Potter, Beatrix Potter illustrations, exhibitions and attractions, plus online copies of many of her books, including The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Peter Rabbit is her best known character.
Spotlight on Author Lois Lowry
Author Lois Lowry has written more than thirty books for children and young adults. Lois Lowry received a Newbery Medal for two of her books: Number the Stars and The Giver, a young adult book. Lowry's Number the Stars is children's fiction about the Holocaust and The Giver is a thought provoking dark fantasy.
Author Lois Lowry has written more than thirty books for children and young adults. Lois Lowry received a Newbery Medal for two of her books: Number the Stars and The Giver, a young adult book. Lowry's Number the Stars is children's fiction about the Holocaust and The Giver is a thought provoking dark fantasy.
An Interview With Award-Winning Author Jane Yolen
Author Interview: Jane Yolen, an award-winning author of children's books, has written more than 200 children's books. Learn about her writing life and books in this author interview.
Author Interview: Jane Yolen, an award-winning author of children's books, has written more than 200 children's books. Learn about her writing life and books in this author interview.
The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H. A. Rey - Fascinating Story About Margret and H. A. Rey Creators of
The Journey That Saved Curious George is the fascinating story of the wartime escape from Paris of Margret Rey and H. A. Rey, the creators of Curious George. The book includes information about both the Reys and their children's books, especially those featuring Curious George the monkey.
The Journey That Saved Curious George is the fascinating story of the wartime escape from Paris of Margret Rey and H. A. Rey, the creators of Curious George. The book includes information about both the Reys and their children's books, especially those featuring Curious George the monkey.
Children’s Books Fiction – Spotlight on Children’s Author Jacqueline Wilson - Jacqueline Wilson Bestselling Author of Children’s Books of Fiction
British author Jacqueline Wilson, the 2005 Children’s Laureate, has more than 70 children’s books of fiction in print. Her children's books of fiction, which deal with such difficult subjects as mental illness, divorce, dysfunctional families, and bullying, is enormously popular, particularly with 8-15 year old girls.
British author Jacqueline Wilson, the 2005 Children’s Laureate, has more than 70 children’s books of fiction in print. Her children's books of fiction, which deal with such difficult subjects as mental illness, divorce, dysfunctional families, and bullying, is enormously popular, particularly with 8-15 year old girls.
Baum, L. Frank and The Wizard of Oz
Learn about the author and his desire to create a new American fairy tale in this article by your About Children's Books Guide.
Learn about the author and his desire to create a new American fairy tale in this article by your About Children's Books Guide.
Benson, Mildred Wirt
Mildred Wirt Benson, who wrote 23 of the first 25 Nancy Drew books, had a lot in common with the popular teenage detective.
Mildred Wirt Benson, who wrote 23 of the first 25 Nancy Drew books, had a lot in common with the popular teenage detective.
Carle, Eric
This article by your Guide Liz Kennedy provides information on the author and his book The Very Hungry Caterpillar, as well as a link to Carle's site.
This article by your Guide Liz Kennedy provides information on the author and his book The Very Hungry Caterpillar, as well as a link to Carle's site.
Cleary, Beverly and Ramona's World
Liz Kennedy, your Children's Books Guide, discusses the author's life and her books, including Ramona's World.
Liz Kennedy, your Children's Books Guide, discusses the author's life and her books, including Ramona's World.
Creech, Sharon
The 2002 Carnegie Medal winner for "Ruby Holler" won The Newbery Medal in 1995 for "Walk Two Moons." My favorite of her books is "Love that Dog."
The 2002 Carnegie Medal winner for "Ruby Holler" won The Newbery Medal in 1995 for "Walk Two Moons." My favorite of her books is "Love that Dog."
Dahl, Roald
An article by your Guide about Roald Dahl, the author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and "James and the Giant Peach."
An article by your Guide about Roald Dahl, the author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" and "James and the Giant Peach."
dePaola, Tomie
Learn more about this creative author and illustrator of over 200 books in this article by your About Children's Books Guide.
Learn more about this creative author and illustrator of over 200 books in this article by your About Children's Books Guide.
DiCamillo, Kate
Liz Kennedy recounts a chat room session with the author and reviews her two children's novels, the first of which, Because of Winn-Dixie, is a Newbery Honor Book.
Liz Kennedy recounts a chat room session with the author and reviews her two children's novels, the first of which, Because of Winn-Dixie, is a Newbery Honor Book.
Fox, Mem
Children love Mem Fox's picture books. The Australian author and literacy consultant's books are popular in the United States and other countries, as well as in her own country.
Children love Mem Fox's picture books. The Australian author and literacy consultant's books are popular in the United States and other countries, as well as in her own country.
Hines, Anna Grossnickle
The author, illustrator, and creator of 50 children's books has a detailed web site that will be of interest to writers, illustrators, parents, and educators, as well as children.
The author, illustrator, and creator of 50 children's books has a detailed web site that will be of interest to writers, illustrators, parents, and educators, as well as children.
Keats, Ezra Jack
Learn about Ezra Jack Keats' picture books featuring Peter that have become classics, beginning with the Caldecott Medal winner for 1963, The Snowy Day, in this article by your About Children's Books Guide.
Learn about Ezra Jack Keats' picture books featuring Peter that have become classics, beginning with the Caldecott Medal winner for 1963, The Snowy Day, in this article by your About Children's Books Guide.
Lindgren, Astrid
Swedish author Astrid Lindgren gained an international reputation for her children's books, particularly those featuring the unforgettable Pippi Longstocking.
Swedish author Astrid Lindgren gained an international reputation for her children's books, particularly those featuring the unforgettable Pippi Longstocking.
Little, Jean
For almost forty years, Canadian author Jean Little has been writing children's books that have attracted an international audience.
For almost forty years, Canadian author Jean Little has been writing children's books that have attracted an international audience.
McCloskey, Robert
Learn all about author and illustrator Robert McCloskey and some of his award-winning picture books that are set in Maine.
Learn all about author and illustrator Robert McCloskey and some of his award-winning picture books that are set in Maine.
Peet, Bill
Author and illustrator Bill Peet had two successful careers, the first working for Walt Disney Studios and the second as the creator of more than 30 children's books,
Author and illustrator Bill Peet had two successful careers, the first working for Walt Disney Studios and the second as the creator of more than 30 children's books,
Pinkney, Jerry
Four time Caldecott Honor winner Jerry Pinkney is known for his watercolor paintings. Pinkney's body of work has tended to focus on multicultural and African American themes.
Four time Caldecott Honor winner Jerry Pinkney is known for his watercolor paintings. Pinkney's body of work has tended to focus on multicultural and African American themes.
Rylant, Cynthia
This article by Liz Kennedy provides information on the life and the books of the author, a Newbery Medal winner.
This article by Liz Kennedy provides information on the life and the books of the author, a Newbery Medal winner.
Sachar, Louis
Louis Sachar is much more than just the author of the best selling "Holes." Learn all about the talented author and his books in this article by your About Children's Books Guide.
Louis Sachar is much more than just the author of the best selling "Holes." Learn all about the talented author and his books in this article by your About Children's Books Guide.
Sendak, Maurice
An article by your Guide, Liz Kennedy, about the author and illustrator of Where the Wild Things Are and his influence on children's literature.
An article by your Guide, Liz Kennedy, about the author and illustrator of Where the Wild Things Are and his influence on children's literature.
Snicket , Lemony
Who is Lemony Snicket, the author of "A Series of Unfortunate Events," the wildly popular series of children's books for 8-12 year olds? What does David Handler have to do with this children's book series?
Who is Lemony Snicket, the author of "A Series of Unfortunate Events," the wildly popular series of children's books for 8-12 year olds? What does David Handler have to do with this children's book series?
Wilder, Laura Ingalls: Her Life as a Pioneer Girl and Writer
Here are several excellent biographies by historian William Anderson that children (and adults) will enjoy, from your About Children's Books Guide.
Here are several excellent biographies by historian William Anderson that children (and adults) will enjoy, from your About Children's Books Guide.