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  Authors' Calendar - http://www.kirjasto.sci.fi/indeksi.htm
Provides short introductions to the lives and works of hundreds of authors from around the world.
  Gale Group: Poet's Corner - http://gale.cengage.com/free_resources/poets/index.htm
Includes biographies of more than 30 poets along with guides to their most popular works.
  Great Writers and Poets - http://www.xs4all.nl/~pwessel/writers.html
Directory of links to resources for numerous authors, including information on Nobel Prize winners.
  Author Webliography - http://www.lib.lsu.edu/hum/lit/authors.html
Directory of scholarly sites about classic authors.
  From Noah Webster to Merriam-Webster - http://www.merriam-webster.com/info/noah.htm
Tells about the author of America's first dictionary.
  Pullman, Paul - http://www.philip-pullman.com/
Official site of the author of "His Dark Materials"; with a biography, questions, and information about the books.
  Polacco, Patricia - http://www.patriciapolacco.com/
Provides author information, books, current news, activities, and a forum. Author of 'Pink and Say'.
  DePaola, Tomie - http://www.tomie.com/
Provides biographical sketch complete with a list of accomplishments, calendar, and pictures.
  Author Search Index on kidsreads.com - http://www.kidsreads.com/authors/authors.asp
Introduces children's authors through author profiles and interviews. Also offers e-mail addresses of select writers.
  The Horn Book - http://www.hbook.com/history/
Features letters and radio interviews with classic children's writers.
  Henkes, Kevin - http://www.kevinhenkes.com/
Official site provides author biography, illustrations, information on characters and books, and fun and games.
  Jennings, Paul - http://www.pauljennings.com.au/
Author of "Uncanny!", "The Cabbage Patch War", and Hedley Hopkins". Contains a biography, a list of books and their covers, and some games.
  The Poet's Bookshelf: Biographies of Famous Poets - http://www.kyrene.k12.az.us/schools/brisas/sunda/poets/poet.htm
Gifted students write about the lives of 12 well-known American poets.
  DiTerlizzi, Tony - http://www.diterlizzi.com/
Author and illustrator of the Spiderwick Chronicles. Features news, art, biography, video, and FAQ.
  Pierce, Tamora - http://www.tamora-pierce.com/
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.
  Frasier, Debra - http://debrafrasier.com/
A brief biography of the author with introductions to her illustrations, including reports from her current studio projects and outdoor adventures.
  Barron, T. A. - http://www.tabarron.com/
Author of The Lost Years of Merlin epic and "The Kate Adventures" features personal message, responses to questions from readers, and appearances schedule.
  Gleitzman, Morris - http://www.morrisgleitzman.com/
Listen to the author read parts of his stories, such as "Two Weeks with the Queen", and "Worry Warts". Contains photographs and a biography.
  Say, Allen - http://www.houghtonmifflinbooks.com/authors/allensay/
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.
  Arnold, Tedd - http://www.geocities.com/~teddarnold/
Features biography, book information, work in progress, illustrating tips, color in area, and kids' art gallery.
  Bang, Molly - http://www.mollybang.com/
Complete list of books with background information and history of story ideas.
  Gibbons, Gail - http://www.gailgibbons.com/
Author and illustrator of non-fiction books. Includes biography, pictures, and brief book descriptions.
  Lobel, Arnold - http://www.eduplace.com/kids/hmr/mtai/lobel.html
Brief biography, and list of books including 'Frog and Toad Together'.
  Sones, Sonya - http://www.sonyasones.com/
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.
  Scott, Elaine - http://www.elainescott.com/
Official website for the non-fiction author. Includes a biography, information about her work, and a schedule of school visits and special events.
  Van Draanen, Wendelin - http://www.randomhouse.com/kids/vandraanen/
Dedicated to authors Sammy Keyes mystery books. Contains Sammy's song, interview, short book reviews, mystery game, and biography.
  Thinkquest: Bill Peet - http://library.thinkquest.org/J0111400/
Tells about the author and his books. Also includes information and games for the classroom.
  Fischer, Debbie Reed - http://www.debbiereedfischer.com/
Author of teen fiction and young adult novels. Biography, reviews, list pf appearances and overviews of the books.
  Mitali Perkins' Fire Escape - http://www.mitaliperkins.com
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.
  KLGoing.com - http://www.klgoing.com
Official site for the author of young adult fiction. Includes biography, FAQ, a synopsis of published works, and contact information.
  Bruchac, Joseph - http://www.josephbruchac.com/
Official homepage of the Native American author/storyteller, with biography, performance schedule, and index of published books.
  Fleischman, Paul - http://www.paulfleischman.net/
The Newbery Medalist's web site, offering a biography, articles, bibliography, event listings, and excerpts.
  DuPrau, Jeanne - http://www.jeanneduprau.com/
The official site includes a brief biography and a synopsis of the book, "The City of Ember".
  Walker, Alice - http://gale.cengage.com/free_resources/bhm/bio/walker_a.htm
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.
  Zeises, Lara M. - http://www.zeisgeist.com/
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.
  Simon, Seymour - http://www.seymoursimon.com/
Official homepage of the award-winning science author for children. Includes information on the author and his books, along with science links.
  West, Colin - http://www.colinwest.com/
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.
  Lives of Girls Who Became Famous - http://www.pagebypagebooks.com/Sarah_Knowles_Bolton/Lives_of_Girls_Who_Became_Famous/
The stories of 19 girls who became famous in their adult life.
  Rose, Simon - http://www.simon-rose.com/
Author of science fiction and fantasy novels for children and young adults. Find autobiographical information and a synopsis of some of his books.
  Wolff, Ashley - http://www.ashleywolff.com/
Children's book author and illustrator provides biographical information and teacher activities, as well as information on scheduling a school visit.
  Herrick, Ann - http://ann.herrick.home.att.net/
Reviews and synopses of books and stories, information about the author, and links to sites related to writing.
  Meg Cabot - http://www.megcabot.co.uk/
Has information on the author and listing of her books. Includes Mia page and news, fun stuff and princess club.
  Haley, Alex - http://gale.cengage.com/free_resources/bhm/bio/haley_a.htm
Journalist and author of the widely-acclaimed novel Roots.
  Maria, Donna - http://www.donna-marias-world.co.uk
Visit the magical worlds from the books, including the 5 stories about Miss Christmas and the lands visited by the Princess of Colour.
  Angelou, Maya - http://gale.cengage.com/free_resources/bhm/bio/angelou_m.htm
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.
  Spinelli, Jerry - http://www.randomhouse.com/features/jerryspinelli/
Includes short biography, book reviews, and awards.
  Almond, David - http://www.randomhouse.com/features/davidalmond/
Includes a brief biography of the author, reviews of his books, and a list of awards won.
  Ashworth, Sherry - http://www.sherryashworth.com/
Offers book list and author information.
  Scarsbrook, Richard - http://www.richardscarsbrook.com/
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.
  Cronin, Doreen - http://www.doreencronin.com/
Official site includes biography, illustrations, books, and a newsletter. Author of 'Click Clack Moo, Cows that Type'.
  McDaniel, Lurlene - http://www.randomhouse.com/features/lurlene/
Official website for young adult author, includes biography, book information, appearances, and links.
  Jacqueline Jules - http://www.jacquelinejules.com
Official site of Jacqueline Jules, author of Noah and the Ziz, Once Upon a Shabbos, and The Hardest Word; with games and a biography.
  MacDonald, Amy - http://www.amymacdonald.com/about.html
Biography of the award-winning children's book author, including information about the author, her books, and scheduled school visits.
  Russo, Marisabina - http://www.marisabinarusso.com/
Provides personal information about the author, a synopsis of the books she has written, and a schedule of school visits.
  Cooney, Barbara - http://www.ortakales.com/illustrators/Cooney.html
Information and biography of the illustrator and author of Miss Rumphius.
  Geraghty, Paul - http://paulgeraghty.net
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.
  Couloumbis, Audrey - http://www.audreycouloumbis.com/
Author's site includes information and sample chapters from recent books; recipes; and idea starters, photos and biographic information for book reports.
  Vega, Denise - http://www.denisevega.com/
The author of 'Click Here(To Find Out How I Survived Seventh Grade)'; with a biography and book details.
  Rodman, Mary Ann - http://www.maryannrodman.com/
Includes a biography, list of books, advice, and a scrapbook.
  Lawrence, Iain - http://www.randomhouse.com/features/iainlawrence/
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.
  Salley, Coleen - http://coleensalley.com
Promotes children's author and storyteller, providing information about recent publications and booking engagements.
  Curry, Jane Louise - http://www.janelouisecurry.com/
Author of adventure, fantasy, time travel, mystery, and Native American tales for young people. Site includes book chapters, background, illustrations, photos, reviews, and biography.
  Brassey, Richard - http://www.richardbrassey.com/
Learn about Brilliant Brits, Nessie, and How to Speak Chimpanzee on the author/illustrator's site. Find animations, games, riddles, and teacher resources.
  Wojciechowski, Susan - http://www.susanwoj.com/
Author site, featuring her Beany books, Christmas Miracle, and other works. Information on school visits, and related book activities.
  Duncan, Lois - http://loisduncan.arquettes.com/Biography3.htm
A short autobiography of the award-winning young adult horror writer.
  St. George, Judith - http://www.judithstgeorge.com
The author of "So You Want to be President?". The site has a biography and details of her books.
  Writers Online: Terence Blacker Questions & Answers - http://www.englishonline.co.uk/writers/other/blacker2.html
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.
  U'Ren, Andrea - http://andreauren.com/
Includes book descriptions, portfolio, and biographical information.
  Green, Roger J. - http://www.rogerjgreen.net/
Includes information about the author and his books, including a full list of books and how he started writing.
  Poultry in Motion - http://mjauch.com/
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.
  Arksey, Neil - http://www.neilarksey.com
Biography, pictures, book information, opinions, competitions, opportunities for dialogue with the author.
  Stacy-Deanne (Dee-Anne) - http://www.stacy-deanne.net
Information on the author of music biographies and fiction. Sponsored by the Author's Guild.
  Agell, Charlotte - http://www.charlotteagell.com/
Author and illustrator of children's books. Includes an author biography, book summaries, and photographs.
  Author Biographies - http://library.thinkquest.org/J001456/authorbio.htm
Students provide very short biographies of their favorite Newbery Award-winning authors.
  Garland, Sherry - http://sherrygarland.swiftsite.com/
Contains biography, list of books, FAQs, author visit information, and writing tips.
  Fern, Tracey - http://www.traceyfern.com/
Author of children's historical books and magazine articles. Includes biography. cover art, and articles.
  Corbett, Scott - http://www.damfino.com/authors/scorbett/bibliography.html
Includes brief biography and full bibliography of the author's sixty-nine children's books.
  Rimbaud, Arthur - http://www.angelfire.com/ca4/hippie2001/rimbaud.html
Offers introduction to the Victorian-era author. Includes poems and "seer" letters, with a brief analysis.
  Canevaro, Vanessa - http://vanessacanevaro.com/
Books, biography, photographs and news for the children's author.
  Salter, Helen - http://helensalter.com
Official website of the teen fiction author. Includes about the author, links and contact, FAQs, and book order form.
  Authors of Lasting Fame - http://www.lessontutor.com/eesAuthors.html
A brief introduction to authors Nathaniel Hawthorne, Charlotte Bronte, and Pulitzer Prize winner Edna Ferber.
  Learning About Cynthia Voigt - http://www.scils.rutgers.edu/~kvander/voigt.html
An 8th-grader shares what she has learned about this popular young adult writer.
  Cheshire, Simon - http://www.simoncheshire.co.uk/Simoncheshire/Simon%20Cheshire.html
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.

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