peck, richard

Award-winning young-adult-fiction writer Richard Peck presents a memoir of his writing and teaching careers, discusses the importance of providing quality literature for young adults, and comments on the social issues that inspire his writing.

Shares insights on the issues of teaching, writing, and reading interests of adolescents.

Describes the life and work of Richard Peck, who is famous for his historically accurate stories about quirky characters.

The popular author describes how he grew up in Decatur, Illinois, went into teaching, and eventually became a writer, incorporating his earlier experiences into novels intended to reach and change young readers.

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.

Discusses the life and work of Richard Peck, examining his essays, poetry, and novels for children, young adults, and adults.

Profiles the personal and professional life and career of American novelist, Richard Peck, who is known for his novels dealing with traumatic topics such as teen suicide and rape.

The popular author describes how he grew up in Decatur, Illinois, went into teaching, and eventually became a writer, incorporating his earlier experiences into novels intended to reach and change young readers.