authors, english

A producer of numerous Agatha Christie stage plays commemorates the iconic mystery writer's 125th birthday, career and lesser-known work as a playwright, drawing on her personal correspondences, notebooks and unpublished scripts to share previously undisclosed insights.

"Rowling's true-life, rags-to-riches story is as compelling as the world of Hogwarts that she created. This biography details not only Rowling's life and her love of literature but the story behind the creation of a modern classic."--Provided by publisher.

Provides thoughtful examination of the authors, works, genres, themes and film adaptations that have contributed to the popularity and success of the young adult genre.

Text and illustrations look at the characters and events in twentieth-century English writer Roald Dahl's writings.

"A captivating picture book biography of a boy who imagined a world full of dragons and grew up to be beloved author J. R. R. Tolkien."--Provided by publisher.

A brief biography of English author J.K. Rowling.

Criticism of modern authors from the United Kingdom and its former colonies. Each entry includes a brief biography and reviews of individual works.

The author's essay on grief and love for his late wife, Pat. He discusses ballooning, photography, love and grief; about putting two things and two people together, and about tearing them apart.

Presents an A to Z guide to the life and career of author Roald Dahl who created the characters Willie Wonka, Matilda, and more.

Presents critical literary and biographical assessments.