A profile of the author of the Captain Underpants series and countless other books, featuring Dav Pilkey's childhood, education and career.

Discusses the childhood, education, and career of Dr. Seuss. Reviewed The Children's Authors series gives young readers an intimate look at the lives of their favorite writers. Each engaging biography traces an author's childhood, education, and career. Readers will learn what inspired the authors to write and how they came up with story ideas. Clearly-written text and amusing anecdotes provide readers with easy access to the lives of these beloved...

"This biography introduces readers to the five-time winner of the Coretta Scott King Award, Walter Dean Myers. Readers will learn about Myer's childhood in Harlem, his difficulty in school with a speech impediment, and the inspiration behind his award-winning titles." -- From publisher website.

This biography introduces readers to Alvin Schwartz, the successful author of three volumes of Scary Stories books, I Can Read series, and Witcracks. Readers will learn about Schwartz's childhood in New York, his love of folklore, his switch to young adult fiction, and the success and controversy that have accompanied the publication of his books. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight Schwartz's childhood, education, and life as an author....

Introduces children's author, Jacqueline Woodson, including her early life, books, and legacy.

This title will introduce readers to the life and works of Judy Blume.

Presents the life of the artist and author known primarily for his more than thirty children's books featuring Arthur the aardvark.

Eerie illustrations enhance a blood-curdling edition of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's most-celebrated Sherlock Holmes mystery, bringing its delicious shivers to a new generation of readers. Is it true that a hellish hound is haunting the lonely moors, hunting down the hapless Baskervilles through the generations? If anyone can put this chilling legend to rest, it's Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson. It seems the body of the latest owner of the Baskerville...

Information about the life and work of author Suzanne Collins.

Traces the childhood, education, and career of Shel Silverstein. The Children's Authors series gives young readers an intimate look at the lives of their favorite writers. Each engaging biography traces an author's childhood, education, and career. Readers will learn what inspired the authors to write and how they came up with story ideas. Clearly-written text and amusing anecdotes provide readers with easy access to the lives of these beloved authors....