Paterson, Katherine

When Angel's self-absorbed mother leaves her and her younger brother with their poor great-grandmother, the eleven-year-old girl worries not only about her mother and brother, her imprisoned father, the frail old woman, but also about a mysterious man who begins sharing with her the wonder of the stars.

"An eleven-year-old foster child tries to cope with her longings and fears as she schemes against everyone who tries to be friendly"--Provided by publisher.

A personal account by the Newbery Medal- and National Book Award-winning author shares stories about the experiences that inspired her novels, from her childhood in China to her marriage to a minister and relationships with four children.

Impoverished Vermont farm girl Lyddie Worthen is determined to gain her independence by becoming a factory worker in Lowell, Massachusetts, in the 1840s.

A thirteen-year-old boy describes the poverty and discontent of 18th century Osaka and the world of puppeteers in which he lives.

Eleven-year-old Park makes some startling discoveries when he travels to his grandfather's farm in Virginia to learn about his father who died in the Vietnam War.

To make the most of his life in Vermont before the end of the world, Robbie gets into trouble when he decides to give up being Christian.

A collection of essays relating to the author's experience as a writer of novels for children, and her ideas on children's literature in general.

While everyone pampers pretty Caroline, Louise's gifted twin sister, Louise takes comfort in the secrets of her island home, delving into the rich beauty of the waters of the Chesapeake Bay.