Favorite Children's Authors and Illustrators

Represented in this compendium of biographical essays is a considered cross section of young readers' favorite authors and illustrators from, primarily, the twentieth century. Volume One of this collection serves as an excellent introduction to a few of those storytellers most beloved by children, from Verna Aardema to Ashley Bryan. Every entry includes a photograph of the author or illustrator, reproductions of book covers, quotes from and about the subject, and interesting facts. A selected bibliography of each person's work (through 2006) is included, along with a list of suggested resources, both print and online, for further study. This critically acclaimed reference collection was conceived, created, and designed specifically with upper-elementary and middle-grade readers in mind. This updated edition, expanded to eight volumes, incorporates 74 additional authors and illustrators who have thrilled and entertained young readers through the years. This comprehensive set offers substantive biographical sketches of nearly 300 popular storytellers and illustrators, plus updated lists of selected works and awards. Web sites and books for finding further information are also included. Hours of delighted browsing and successful investigation await!

Represented in this compendium of biographical essays is a considered cross section of young readers' favorite authors and illustrators from, primarily, the twentieth century. Volume Two of this collection serves as an excellent introduction to a few of those storytellers most beloved by children, from Clyde Robert Bulla to Kate DiCamillo. Every entry includes a photograph of the author or illustrator, reproductions of book covers, quotes from and about the subject, and interesting facts. A selected bibliography of each person's work (through 2006) is included, along with a list of suggested resources, both print and online, for further study. This critically acclaimed reference collection was conceived, created, and designed specifically with upper-elementary and middle-grade readers in mind. This updated edition, expanded to eight volumes, incorporates 74 additional authors and illustrators who have thrilled and entertained young readers through the years. This comprehensive set offers substantive biographical sketches of nearly 300 popular storytellers and illustrators, plus updated lists of selected works and awards. Web sites and books for finding further information are also included. Hours of delighted browsing and successful investigation await!

Represented in this compendium of biographical essays is a considered cross section of young readers' favorite authors and illustrators from, primarily, the twentieth century. Volume Three of this collection serves as an excellent introduction to a few of those storytellers most beloved by children, from Leo and Diane Dillon to Eloise Greenfield. Every entry includes a photograph of the author or illustrator, reproductions of book covers, quotes from and about the subject, and interesting facts. A selected bibliography of each person's work (through 2006) is included, along with a list of suggested resources, both print and online, for further study. This critically acclaimed reference collection was conceived, created, and designed specifically with upper-elementary and middle-grade readers in mind. This updated edition, expanded to eight volumes, incorporates 74 additional authors and illustrators who have thrilled and entertained young readers through the years. This comprehensive set offers substantive biographical sketches of nearly 300 popular storytellers and illustrators, plus updated lists of selected works and awards. Web sites and books for finding further information are also included. Hours of delighted browsing and successful investigation await!

Represented in this compendium of biographical essays is a considered cross section of young readers' favorite authors and illustrators from, primarily, the twentieth century. Volume Four of this collection serves as an excellent introduction to a few of those storytellers most beloved by children, from Nikki Grimes to Suzy Kline. Every entry includes a photograph of the author or illustrator, reproductions of book covers, quotes from and about the subject, and interesting facts. A selected bibliography of each person's work (through 2006) is included, along with a list of suggested resources, both print and online, for further study. This critically acclaimed reference collection was conceived, created, and designed specifically with upper-elementary and middle-grade readers in mind. This updated edition, expanded to eight volumes, incorporates 74 additional authors and illustrators who have thrilled and entertained young readers through the years. This comprehensive set offers substantive biographical sketches of nearly 300 popular storytellers and illustrators, plus updated lists of selected works and awards. Web sites and books for finding further information are also included. Hours of delighted browsing and successful investigation await!

Represented in this compendium of biographical essays is a considered cross section of young readers' favorite authors and illustrators from, primarily, the twentieth century. Volume Five of this collection serves as an excellent introduction to a few of those storytellers most beloved by children, from E. L. Konigsburg to A. A. Milne. Every entry includes a photograph of the author or illustrator, reproductions of book covers, quotes from and about the subject, and interesting facts. A selected bibliography of each person's work (through 2006) is included, along with a list of suggested resources, both print and online, for further study. This critically acclaimed reference collection was conceived, created, and designed specifically with upper-elementary and middle-grade readers in mind. This updated edition, expanded to eight volumes, incorporates 74 additional authors and illustrators who have thrilled and entertained young readers through the years. This comprehensive set offers substantive biographical sketches of nearly 300 popular storytellers and illustrators, plus updated lists of selected works and awards. Web sites and books for finding further information are also included. Hours of delighted browsing and successful investigation await!

Represented in this compendium of biographical essays is a considered cross section of young readers' favorite authors and illustrators from, primarily, the twentieth century. Volume Six of this collection serves as an excellent introduction to a few of those storytellers most beloved by children, from Ferdinand Mondo to Chris Raschka. Every entry includes a photograph of the author or illustrator, reproductions of book covers, quotes from and about the subject, and interesting facts. A selected bibliography of each person's work (through 2006) is included, along with a list of suggested resources, both print and online, for further study. This critically acclaimed reference collection was conceived, created, and designed specifically with upper-elementary and middle-grade readers in mind. This updated edition, expanded to eight volumes, incorporates 74 additional authors and illustrators who have thrilled and entertained young readers through the years. This comprehensive set offers substantive biographical sketches of nearly 300 popular storytellers and illustrators, plus updated lists of selected works and awards. Web sites and books for finding further information are also included. Hours of delighted browsing and successful investigation await!

Represented in this compendium of biographical essays is a considered cross section of young readers' favorite authors and illustrators from, primarily, the twentieth century. Volume Seven of this collection serves as an excellent introduction to a few of those storytellers most beloved by children, from Peggy Rathmann to Suzanne Fisher Staples. Every entry includes a photograph of the author or illustrator, reproductions of book covers, quotes from and about the subject, and interesting facts. A selected bibliography of each person's work (through 2006) is included, along with a list of suggested resources, both print and online, for further study. This critically acclaimed reference collection was conceived, created, and designed specifically with upper-elementary and middle-grade readers in mind. This updated edition, expanded to eight volumes, incorporates 74 additional authors and illustrators who have thrilled and entertained young readers through the years. This comprehensive set offers substantive biographical sketches of nearly 300 popular storytellers and illustrators, plus updated lists of selected works and awards. Web sites and books for finding further information are also included. Hours of delighted browsing and successful investigation await!

Represented in this compendium of biographical essays is a considered cross section of young readers' favorite authors and illustrators from, primarily, the twentieth century. Volume Eight of this collection serves as an excellent introduction to a few of those storytellers most beloved by children, from William Steig to Charlotte Zolotow. Every entry includes a photograph of the author or illustrator, reproductions of book covers, quotes from and about the subject, and interesting facts. A selected bibliography of each person's work (through 2006) is included, along with a list of suggested resources, both print and online, for further study. This critically acclaimed reference collection was conceived, created, and designed specifically with upper-elementary and middle-grade readers in mind. This updated edition, expanded to eight volumes, incorporates 74 additional authors and illustrators who have thrilled and entertained young readers through the years. This comprehensive set offers substantive biographical sketches of nearly 300 popular storytellers and illustrators, plus updated lists of selected works and awards. Web sites and books for finding further information are also included. Hours of delighted browsing and successful investigation await!