authors, american

Children's author-illustrator Tomie De Paola describes his experiences at home and in school when he was a boy.

Provides information about the childhood, education, and career of children's book author Beverly Cleary, creator of the Ramona Quimby character.

A brief biography of the author and college professor whose travels across the United States inspired her to write the poem which became the song "America the Beautiful.".

Biography of the American author, illustrator, and animator whose drawings include many details and whose characters are often warm and friendly.

A biography of the children's author and illustrator, known for creating such characters as Curious George.

A brief biography of the author of the well-known children's classic, "The Wizard of Oz.".

A biography of the children's writer known for her varied novels and interest in African American history.

Presents the life of Louisa May Alcott, who was able through the success of her writings to achieve one thing that was very important to her--to be able to take care of all her family.

Noted children's author and storyteller Verna Aardema recounts her life and describes how her daily activities and writing process are interwoven.

Tells how a boy became the creator of some of the most loved children's books of all time.