authors, american

The well-known author and illustrator relates the story of his life and work.

Children's author Rafe Martin describes his life and writing process and how they are interwoven.

A biography of the writer whose works captured the oral tradition of African-American life in the South.

Presents the life of the author-illustrator who has won numerous awards and prizes, including the Caldecott Medal, for his children's books.

The celebrated children's book writer describes scenes of her childhood in New York City and on Long Island and how she lived as an adult.

Text and illustrations look at the life of nineteenth-century American writer and humorist, Mark Twain.

A biography of American author Maya Angelou that discusses her childhood, experiences with racism and segregation, accomplishments, and other related topics; and includes photographs, a time line, and an interview with Wanda Phipps.

Discusses the life and works of the acclaimed American writer who masked a troubled spirit with a veneer of tough masculinity.

Examines the life and career of American author Edgar Allan Poe, and features analyses of selected poems and stories.

A photographic biography chronicling the life of Romantic author and poet Edgar Allan Poe, with images capturing key moments and phases in his life and highlighting his literary influence.