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This category lists sites that provide biographies and autobiographies of well-known literary figures. All sites are suitable for children and teens to read and use for enjoyment or for schoolwork. Biographies may be brief and sites may have several, perhaps connected by occupation, but the information contained should have the basic details, e.g., birth and death dates, some details of the life lived, major accomplishments, and so forth.

Sites in Authors

The Author Page
Features biographical information, photos, and short interviews with more than a dozen modern children's authors. From the Internet Public Library.
Authors and Illustrators
A part of the Horn Book's Virtual History Exhibit, this site features letters and radio interviews with classic children's writers.
Maurice Sendak
Tells about the childhood of the man who created the Wild Things and identifies some of the influences that shaped his writing and artwork.
Authors of Lasting Fame
A brief introduction to authors Nathaniel Hawthorne, Charlotte Bronte, and Pulitzer Prize winner Edna Ferber.
Author Search Index on kidsreads.com
Introduces children's authors through author profiles and interviews. Also offers e-mail addresses of select writers.
Gale Group: Poet's Corner
Includes biographies of more than 30 poets along with guides to their most popular works.
Sherry Garland
Contains biography, list of books, FAQs, author visit information, and writing tips.
Amy MacDonald
Biography of the award-winning children's book author, including information about the author, her books, and scheduled school visits.
Ann Herrick
Reviews and synopses of books and stories, information about the author, and links to sites related to writing.
Alice Walker
A leading voices among black American women writers who has produced an acclaimed and varied body of work, including poetry, novels, short stories, essays, and criticism.
Author Biographies
Students provide very short biographies of their favorite Newbery Award-winning authors.
Simon Cheshire
Personal site of the children's writer who created works such as Totally Unsuitable For Children and the Jeremy Brown spy spoofs. Includes a guide to his life, news, and extracts from his books.
Authors' Calendar
Provides short introductions to the lives and works of hundreds of authors from around the world.
The Poet's Bookshelf: Biographies of Famous Poets
Gifted students write about the lives of 12 well-known American poets.
Learning About Cynthia Voigt
An 8th-grader shares what she has learned about this popular young adult writer.
Teri Daniels Books
Author of picture books including The Feet in the Gym, Just Enough, G-Rex, and Math Man. Features a biography, photos, activities that relate to her stories, links for young readers, and teacher's guides.
Maya Angelou
Novelist and poet who became a national celebrity in 1970 with the publication of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. Also San Francisco's first black streetcar conductor.
Alex Haley
Journalist and author of the widely-acclaimed novel Roots.
Neil Arksey
Biography, pictures, book information, opinions, competitions, opportunities for dialogue with the author.
Great Writers and Poets
Directory of links to resources for numerous authors, including information on Nobel Prize winners.
Author Webliography
Directory of scholarly sites about classic authors.
Writers Online: Terence Blacker Questions & Answers
Interview with the novelist and a list of all his children's books, plus an extract from a Ms. Wiz story with suggestions for aspiring young writers.
Seymour Simon
Official homepage of the award-winning science author for children. Includes information on the author and his 200+ books, along with science links.
Coleen Salley
Promotes children's author and storyteller, providing information about recent publications and booking engagements.
Marisabina Russo
Provides personal information about the author, a synopsis of the books she has written, and a schedule of school visits.
Simon Rose
Author of science fiction and fantasy novels for children and young adults. Find autobiographical information and a synopsis of some of his books.
Richard Brassey
Learn about Brilliant Brits, Nessie, and How to Speak Chimpanzee on the author/illustrator's site. Find animations, games, riddles, and teacher resources.
Donna Maria
Visit the magical worlds from the books, including the 5 stories about Miss Christmas and the lands visited by the Princess of Colour.
Ashley Wolff
Children's book author and illustrator provides biographical information and teacher activities, as well as information on scheduling a school visit.
KLGoing.com
Official site for the author of young adult fiction. Includes biography, FAQ, a synopsis of published works, and contact information.
Wumpleberries and Gronglenuts
Official site. Profiles a fantasy adventure for children and young adults by Graham Burchell. Learn about the author, and read chapters from the book online.
Tamora Pierce
Official site of the author of the Circle of Magic books, and other popular series. Find a biography of the author, FAQs, and art work.
Allen Say
Official site of the author of Home of the Brave, El Chino, Grandfather's Journey and Tea with Milk. Includes news, articles, and speeches by the author.
Lara M. Zeises
Official site of this author of the young adult novels, Bringing Up the Bones and Contents Under Pressure. Includes a biography, news, and a schedule of appearances.
Brent R. Schofield
Author of "What The Cat Knows" and "Hairballs And Sticky Things". Features book descriptions and biography.
Paul Geraghty
Official site of the children's picture book author and illustrator. Includes a photo gallery, a list of his works and awards, and a schedule of author visits.
Poultry in Motion
Official site of the authors and illustrators of books for children, Mary Jane and Herm Auch, provides question and answer pages for children and aspiring children's writers and illustrators.
Jeanne DuPrau
The official site includes a brief biography and a synopsis of the book, "The City of Ember".
Debra Frasier
A brief biography of the author with introductions to her illustrations, including reports from her current studio projects and outdoor adventures.
Susan Wojciechowski
Author site, featuring her Beany books, Christmas Miracle, and other works. Information on school visits, and related book activities.
Audrey Couloumbis
Author's site includes information and sample chapters from recent books; recipes; and idea starters, photos and biographic information for book reports.
Mitali Perkins' Fire Escape
The author reflects on life in the melting pot, offering writing contests, a safe place to discuss immigrant life, book reviews, and other related resources, including her own writing.
Elaine Scott
Official website for the non-fiction author. Includes a biography, information about her work, and a schedule of school visits and special events.
Jacqueline Harvey
Official site of the children's author of the book, "Code Name Mr Right." Includes a biography, with photographs, as well as special areas for students and teachers.
Jerry Spinelli
Official site at Random House. Includes short biography, book reviews, and awards.
Lurlene McDaniel
Official website, including biography, book information, appearances, and links.
Bill Peet
Tells about the author and his books. Also includes information and games for the classroom.
Lois Duncan
A short biography of the award-winning young adult horror writer.
Wendelin Van Draanen
(Official site) Dedicated to her Sammy Keyes mystery books. Contains Sammy's song, interview, short book reviews, mystery game, and the author's biography.
David Almond
Includes a brief biography of the author, reviews of his books, and a list of awards won.
Richard Scarsbrook
The official site of the author of the Cheeseburger Subversive and other short stories and poems. Includes a synopsis of his book, readings, endorsements, and a schedule of readings and events.
Famous Authors and Their Creations
This Thinkquest Jr. site provides very brief biographies of eight well-known authors.
Iain Lawrence
Introduces the author of Lord of the Nutcracker Men and The High Seas Trilogy. Includes biographical sketch, stories from the author's personal life, and photos.
Colin West
Features the poems and stories of the children's author/illustrator, along with a glimpse into his personal life, photos, and answers to frequently asked questions.
From Noah Webster to Merriam-Webster
Tells about the author of America's first dictionary.
Mary Ann Rodman
Includes a biography, list of books, advice, and a scrapbook.
Roger J. Green
Includes information about the author and his books, including a full list of books and how he started writing.
Sonya Sones FAQ
Answers to questions about the author of teen poetry novels including One of Those Hideous Books Where the Mother Dies, What My Mother Doesn't Know, and Stop Pretending.
Sherry Ashworth
Offers book list and author information.
Andrea U'Ren
Includes book descriptions, portfolio, and biographical information.
Jane Louise Curry
Author of adventure, fantasy, time travel, mystery, and Native American tales for young people. Site includes book chapters, background, illustrations, photos, reviews, and biography.
Lives of Girls Who Became Famous
The stories of 19 girls who became famous in their adult life.
Tomie DePaola
Provides biographical sketch complete with a list of accomplishments, calendar, and pictures.

sub categories in Authors

Dahl, Roald Dahl, Roald
Andersen, Hans Christian Andersen, Hans Christian
Carle, Eric Carle, Eric
Jacques, Brian Jacques, Brian
Sachar, Louis Sachar, Louis
Byars, Betsy Byars, Betsy
Berenstain, Stan and Jan Berenstain, Stan and Jan
Avi Avi
Rowling, J. K. Rowling, J. K.
Baum, L. Frank Baum, L. Frank
Alexander, Lloyd Alexander, Lloyd
Armstrong, William Armstrong, William
Cushman, Karen Cushman, Karen
Bridwell, Norman Bridwell, Norman
Van Allsburg, Chris Van Allsburg, Chris
White, E. B. White, E. B.
Paulsen, Gary Paulsen, Gary
Christopher, Matt Christopher, Matt
Peck, Robert Newton Peck, Robert Newton
O'Dell, Scott O'Dell, Scott
Mayer, Mercer Mayer, Mercer
Munsch, Robert Munsch, Robert
Speare, Elizabeth George Speare, Elizabeth George
Spyri, Johanna Spyri, Johanna
Dickens, Charles Dickens, Charles
Tolstoy, Leo Tolstoy, Leo
Dumas, Alexandre Dumas, Alexandre
Defoe, Daniel Defoe, Daniel
Eliot, T. S. Eliot, T. S.
Whitman, Walt Whitman, Walt
Hughes, Langston Hughes, Langston
Dostoevsky, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Fyodor
Handler, Daniel Handler, Daniel
Korman, Gordon Korman, Gordon
Shelley, Mary Shelley, Mary
Colfer, Eoin Colfer, Eoin
Prelutsky, Jack Prelutsky, Jack
Stine, R. L. Stine, R. L.
Tolkien, J. R. R. Tolkien, J. R. R.
Burnett, Frances Hodgson Burnett, Frances Hodgson
Blume, Judy Blume, Judy
Dr. Seuss Dr. Seuss
Lewis, C. S. Lewis, C. S.
Silverstein, Shel Silverstein, Shel
Milne, A. A. Milne, A. A.
Alcott, Louisa May Alcott, Louisa May
Brett, Jan Brett, Jan
Lowry, Lois Lowry, Lois
Carroll, Lewis Carroll, Lewis
Cormier, Robert Cormier, Robert
Banks, Lynne Reid Banks, Lynne Reid
Bemelmans, Ludwig Bemelmans, Ludwig
Cleary, Beverly Cleary, Beverly
Viorst, Judith Viorst, Judith
Hinton, S. E. Hinton, S. E.
Rawls, Wilson Rawls, Wilson
Peck, Richard Peck, Richard
Paterson, Katherine Paterson, Katherine
Wilder, Laura Ingalls Wilder, Laura Ingalls
Lenski, Lois Lenski, Lois
Numeroff, Laura Numeroff, Laura
Montgomery, L. M. Montgomery, L. M.
Sewell, Anna Sewell, Anna
Brown, Marc Brown, Marc
Shakespeare, William Shakespeare, William
Twain, Mark Twain, Mark
Eliot, George Eliot, George
Chaucer, Geoffrey Chaucer, Geoffrey
Donne, John Donne, John
Swift, Jonathan Swift, Jonathan
Austen, Jane Austen, Jane
Snicket, Lemony Snicket, Lemony
Little, Jean Little, Jean
Nimmo, Jenny Nimmo, Jenny
Potter, Beatrix Potter, Beatrix
Stratton-Porter, Gene Stratton-Porter, Gene
George, Jean Craighead George, Jean Craighead

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