Discusses life and work of the popular children's author, including his writing process and methods, inspirations, a critical discussion of his books, biographical timeline, and awards.

Discusses the life and work of this popular author, including his writing process and methods, inspirations, a critical discussion of his books, biographical timeline, and awards.

Presents the life and work of the African American young adult author, who served in the Peace Corps in Ethiopia and who went on to win the 1977 Newbery Award for her work "Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry."

Discusses the life and work of this popular author, including his writing process and methods, inspirations, a critical discussion of his books, biographical timeline, and awards.

Discusses the life and work of this award-winning author, including her writing process and methods, inspirations, a critical discussion of her books, biographical timeline, and awards.

Awaiting the birth of her first child years later, she began reading children's literature, inspired especially by the works of Katherine Paterson.

Discusses the life and work of the Mexican American author, including his writing process, themes, and a critical discussion of his books.

Island of the Blue Dolphins, his first novel, remains the most popular and beloved of all his books. This book includes a biographical timeline, list of published works, a look at the writing process, and author interview.

Will Hobbs is known for his stories of the outdoors,interesting for boys and girls alike.

Describes the life and accomplishments of author Scott O'Dell, from his childhood and early career to his introduction into writing children's novels and the lasting popularity of his works.