Examines the life and work of twentieth-century American author M. E. Kerr, known for her novels about teens who are struggling with real or imagined differences.
Contains a brief biography of children's writer Lynne Reid Banks, providing information on her early life, her family, her influences, and how she became a writer. Includes interview and time line.
Contains a brief biography of children's writer James Lincoln Collier, providing information on his early life, his family, his influences, and how he became a writer.
Discusses the life and career of young adult author Lynn Hall, demonstrating how her stories may be grouped around themes of independence, survival, and family relationships, and looking at how Hall's character has influenced her work.
Presents a critical examination and interpretation of the writings of young adult author Cynthia Voigt. Includes a chronology, bibliography, and index.
Examines the life and work of young adult novelist Harry Mazer who is known for his representation of the male viewpoint in his literature and discusses the significant people and events that have shaped his fiction.
Provides biographical information about this Chinese-American award-winning writer and presents literary criticism of some of his works for young adults.
Tells the life story of young adult fiction author Richard Peck and includes photos, an interview, a time line, reviews from "School Library Journal, " an award list, bibliographies, and other reference tools.
