This Minnesota native was an artist from the start. Charles Schulz started getting recognized for his talent as a kindergartner! Soon after, his dedication to the Peanut gang became his… More →
Children's Storytellers
Introducing the literary world to stories like Captain Underpants and Bronx Masquerade has been noteworthy. Authors and illustrators strive to create work that is memorable and cherished. This series explores the lives of famous children’s storytellers, like Mary Pope Osborne and Gordon Korman, and the mark they continue to make on many book lovers.
Relatable characters are the stars of Christopher Paul Curtis works. He never wants children, especially African-American children, to struggle to connect with books. That was the challenge… More →
Did you know that a canine appears in Jumanji, The Polar Express, and other Chris Van Allsburg books? He’s a white bull terrier named Fritz. In this low-level biography, developing readers… More →
Humor is the language Dav Pilkey speaks to reach his readers. Just consider the names he gives his characters: Wedgie Woman, Professor Poopypants, and Super Diaper Baby! In this storyteller… More →
Did you know that Gordon Korman’s mom typed his first book for him? This is because Gordon became a published author before he even graduated high school! This author profile for children… More →
The creator of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series skyrocketed to success with this hit series. Also popular for his creation of online gaming, Kinney keeps his followers eager for more.… More →
Starting at the age of six, J.K. Rowling knew she wanted to be an author. Her eventual creation of Harry Potter and Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry sent Rowling into immediate… More →
Praised for capturing what it means to be a young teen, Judy Blume excels as a children’s author. She has always enjoyed creating characters and helping them grow through tough times. Learn… More →
The Tale of Despereaux and Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures are two award-winning books by Kate DiCamillo. As a child, DiCamillo was often sick in bed, but this allowed her… More →
Born on the prairie, Laura Ingalls Wilder was a true pioneer. She devoted much of her life to helping others in the classroom and on the farm. Travel the Midwest with the author in this… More →
The title of Lemony Snicket’s most famous collection, A Series of Unfortunate Events, is far from a fitting description of the author’s life. Snicket has been fortunate enough to sell more… More →