paterson, katherine

In speeches, essays, and book reviews, the novelist Katherine Paterson discusses why she writes children's books, where her ideas come from, how she develops her characters and realistic plots, and her experiences growing up in China.

Analysis of Paterson's novels and stories, accompanied by a biographical essay and chronology of her life.

Tells the life story of Katherine Paterson, author of "Bridge to Terabithia" and "Jacob Have I Loved," describing her childhood in China, her missionary work in Japan, and her rise to success as a writer, and includes profiles of historical figures related to Paterson's life.

Examines the life and writing career of the Newbery Award-winning author of "The Bridge to Terabithia" and "Jacob Have I Loved.".

Tells the life story of Katherine Patterson, author of "Bridge to Terabithia," and presents an interview and selected reviews.

Examines the life of author Katherine Paterson, discussing her childhood, influences, breakthrough, popular novels, and other related topics.