Open Directory - Kids and Teens: People and Society: Biography: Authors
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  • Authors' Calendar [ ] - Provides short introductions to the lives and works of hundreds of authors from around the world.
  • Agell, Charlotte [ ] - Author and illustrator of children's books. Includes an author biography, book summaries, and photographs.
  • Almond, David [ ] - Includes a brief biography of the author, reviews of his books, and a list of awards won.
  • Angelou, Maya [ ] - Novelist and poet who became a national celebrity in 1970 with the publication of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. Also San Francisco's first black streetcar conductor.
  • Arksey, Neil [ ] - Biography, pictures, book information, opinions, competitions, opportunities for dialogue with the author.
  • Arnold, Tedd [ ] - Features biography, book information, work in progress, illustrating tips, color in area, and kids' art gallery.
  • Ashworth, Sherry [ ] - Offers book list and author information.
  • Auch Books [ ] - Official site of the authors and illustrators of books for children, Mary Jane and Herm Auch, provides question and answer pages for children and aspiring children's writers and illustrators.
  • Author Biographies [ ] - Students provide very short biographies of their favorite Newbery Award-winning authors.
  • Author Search Index on kidsreads.com [ ] - Introduces children's authors through author profiles and interviews. Also offers e-mail addresses of select writers.
  • Author Webliography [ ] - Directory of scholarly sites about classic authors.
  • Authors of Lasting Fame [ ] - A brief introduction to authors Nathaniel Hawthorne, Charlotte Bronte, and Pulitzer Prize winner Edna Ferber.
  • Bang, Molly [ ] - Complete list of books with background information and history of story ideas.
  • Barron, T. A. [ ] - Author of The Lost Years of Merlin epic and "The Kate Adventures" features personal message, responses to questions from readers, and appearances schedule.
  • Brassey, Richard [ ] - Learn about Brilliant Brits, Nessie, and How to Speak Chimpanzee on the author/illustrator's site. Find animations, games, riddles, and teacher resources.
  • Bruchac, Joseph [ ] - Official homepage of the Native American author/storyteller, with biography, performance schedule, and index of published books.
  • Cengage Learning: Poet's Corner [ ] - Includes biographies of more than 30 poets along with guides to their most popular works.
  • Cheshire, Simon [ ] - Personal site of the children's writer who created works such as Totally Unsuitable For Children and the Jeremy Brown spy spoofs. Includes a guide to his life, news, and extracts from his books.
  • Corbett, Scott [ ] - Includes brief biography and full bibliography of the author's sixty-nine children's books.
  • Cronin, Doreen [ ] - Official site includes biography, illustrations, books, and a newsletter. Author of 'Click Clack Moo, Cows that Type'.
  • Curry, Jane Louise [ ] - Author of adventure, fantasy, time travel, mystery, and Native American tales for young people. Includes book chapters, background, illustrations, photos, reviews, and biography.
  • DePaola, Tomie [ ] - Provides biographical sketch complete with a list of accomplishments, calendar, and pictures.
  • DiTerlizzi, Tony [ ] - Author and illustrator of the Spiderwick Chronicles. Features news, art, biography, video, and FAQ.
  • DuPrau, Jeanne [ ] - The official site includes a brief biography and a synopsis of the book, "The City of Ember".
  • Duncan, Lois [ ] - A short autobiography of the award-winning young adult horror writer.
  • Fern, Tracey [ ] - Author of children's historical books and magazine articles. Includes biography. cover art, and articles.
  • Fischer, Debbie Reed [ ] - Author of teen fiction and young adult novels. Biography, reviews, list pf appearances and overviews of the books.
  • Fleischman, Paul [ ] - The Newbery Medalist's web site, offering a biography, articles, bibliography, event listings, and excerpts.
  • Frasier, Debra [ ] - A brief biography of the author with introductions to her illustrations, including reports from her current studio projects and outdoor adventures.
  • From Noah Webster to Merriam-Webster [ ] - Tells about the author of America's first dictionary.
  • Garland, Sherry [ ] - Contains biography, list of books, FAQs, author visit information, and writing tips.
  • Geraghty, Paul [ ] - Official site of the children's picture book author and illustrator. Includes a photo gallery, a list of his works and awards, and a schedule of author visits.
  • Gibbons, Gail [ ] - Author and illustrator of non-fiction books. Includes biography, pictures, and brief book descriptions.
  • Ginger Foglesong Guy [ ] - Award winning bilingual books for children in English and Spanish. Site includes list of books, biography, and links.
  • Gleitzman, Morris [ ] - Listen to the author read parts of his stories, such as "Two Weeks with the Queen", and "Worry Warts". Contains photographs and a biography.
  • Great Writers and Poets [ ] - Directory of links to resources for numerous authors, including information on Nobel Prize winners.
  • Green, Roger J. [ ] - Includes information about the author and his books, including a full list of books and how he started writing.
  • Haley, Alex [ ] - Journalist and author of the widely-acclaimed novel Roots.
  • Henkes, Kevin [ ] - Official site provides author biography, illustrations, information on characters and books, and fun and games.
  • Herrick, Ann [ ] - Reviews and synopses of books and stories, information about the author, and links to sites related to writing.
  • Horstman, Lisa [ ] - Biography, bibliography, and contact information for the author and illustrator of "Squawking Matilda".
  • Jacqueline Jules [ ] - Official site of Jacqueline Jules, author of Noah and the Ziz, Once Upon a Shabbos, and The Hardest Word; with games and a biography.
  • Jenkins, Steve [ ] - Website of author and illustrator of non-fiction books for children. Site includes a biography, links, and information on science for children.
  • Jennings, Paul [ ] - Author of "Uncanny!", "The Cabbage Patch War", and Hedley Hopkins". Contains a biography, a list of books and their covers, and some games.
  • KLGoing.com [ ] - Official site for the author of young adult fiction. Includes biography, FAQ, a synopsis of published works, and contact information.
  • Lawrence, Iain [ ] - Introduces the author of Lord of the Nutcracker Men and The High Seas Trilogy. Includes biographical sketch, stories from the author's personal life, and photos.
  • Learning About Cynthia Voigt [ ] - An 8th-grader shares what she has learned about this popular young adult writer.
  • Lives of Girls Who Became Famous [ ] - The stories of 19 girls who became famous in their adult life.
  • Lobel, Arnold [ ] - Brief biography, and list of books including 'Frog and Toad Together'.
  • MacDonald, Amy [ ] - Biography of the award-winning children's book author, including information about the author, her books, and scheduled school visits.
  • Maria, Donna [ ] - Visit the magical worlds from the books, including the 5 stories about Miss Christmas and the lands visited by the Princess of Colour.
  • McDaniel, Lurlene [ ] - Official website for young adult author, includes biography, book information, appearances, and links.
  • Meg Cabot [ ] - Has information on the author and listing of her books. Includes Mia page and news, fun stuff and princess club.
  • Mitali Perkins' Fire Escape [ ] - The author reflects on life in the melting pot, offering writing contests, a safe place to discuss immigrant life, book reviews, and other related resources, including her own writing.
  • Pierce, Tamora [ ] - Official site of the author of the Circle of Magic books, and other popular series. Find a biography of the author, FAQs, and art work.
  • Polacco, Patricia [ ] - Provides author information, books, current news, activities, and a forum. Author of 'Pink and Say'.
  • Pullman, Paul [ ] - Official site of the author of "His Dark Materials"; with a biography, questions, and information about the books.
  • Reka, Marinela [ ] - Official website of teen author and poet, including poetry, biography, and books.
  • Rimbaud, Arthur [ ] - Offers introduction to the Victorian-era author. Includes poems and "seer" letters, with a brief analysis.
  • Rose, Simon [ ] - Author of science fiction and fantasy novels for children and young adults. Find autobiographical information and a synopsis of some of his books.
  • Russo, Marisabina [ ] - Provides personal information about the author, a synopsis of the books she has written, and a schedule of school visits.
  • Salley, Coleen [ ] - Promotes children's author and storyteller, providing information about recent publications and booking engagements.
  • Salter, Helen [ ] - Official website of the teen fiction author. Includes about the author, links and contact, FAQs, and book order form.
  • Say, Allen [ ] - Official site of the author of Home of the Brave, El Chino, Grandfather's Journey and Tea with Milk. Includes news, articles, and speeches by the author.
  • Scarsbrook, Richard [ ] - The official site of the author of the Cheeseburger Subversive and other short stories and poems. Includes a synopsis of his book, readings, endorsements, and a schedule of readings and events.
  • Schofield, Brent R. [ ] - Author of "What The Cat Knows" and "Hairballs And Sticky Things". Features book descriptions and biography.
  • Scott, Elaine [ ] - Official website for the non-fiction author. Includes a biography, information about her work, and a schedule of school visits and special events.
  • Shulamith Levey Oppenheim [ ] - Presents information on the children's book author, short stories, published books and new work.
  • Simon, Seymour [ ] - Official homepage of the award-winning science author for children. Includes information on the author and his books, along with science links.
  • Sones, Sonya [ ] - Answers to questions about the author of teen poetry novels including One of Those Hideous Books Where the Mother Dies, What My Mother Doesn't Know, and Stop Pretending.
  • Spinelli, Jerry [ ] - Author's official site. Features pictures, biography, overview of his books, news, schedule, and fun stuff.
  • St. George, Judith [ ] - The author of "So You Want to be President?". The site has a biography and details of her books.
  • Stacy-Deanne (Dee-Anne) [ ] - Information on the author of music biographies and fiction. Sponsored by the Author's Guild.
  • Tagliaferro , Linda [ ] - Author of biographies of Bruce Lee and Thomas Edison, and children's science and social studies books. Includes biography and information about school visits.
  • The Horn Book [ ] - Features letters and radio interviews with classic children's writers.
  • Thinkquest: Bill Peet [ ] - Tells about the author and his books. Also includes information and games for the classroom.
  • Van Draanen, Wendelin [ ] - Dedicated to authors Sammy Keyes mystery books. Contains Sammy's song, interview, short book reviews, mystery game, and biography.
  • Vega, Denise [ ] - The author of 'Click Here(To Find Out How I Survived Seventh Grade)'; with a biography and book details.
  • Walker, Alice [ ] - A leading voices among black American women writers who has produced an acclaimed and varied body of work, including poetry, novels, short stories, essays, and criticism.
  • West, Colin [ ] - Features the poems and stories of the children's author/illustrator, along with a glimpse into his personal life, photos, and answers to frequently asked questions.
  • Willems, Mo [ ] - Official site which includes a personal blog, FAQ's, and fun games for children.
  • Wojciechowski, Susan [ ] - Author site, featuring her Beany books, Christmas Miracle, and other works. Information on school visits, and related book activities.
  • Wolff, Ashley [ ] - Children's book author and illustrator provides biographical information and teacher activities, as well as information on scheduling a school visit.
  • Writers Online: Terence Blacker Questions & Answers [ ] - Interview with the novelist and a list of all his children's books, plus an extract from a Ms. Wiz story with suggestions for aspiring young writers.
  • Yohalem, Eve [ ] - Offers biography, FAQ, and details of books.
  • Yolen, Jane [ ] - Known as the Hans-Christian Anderson of America, site includes her journal, awards, and activities for kids and teachers.
  • Zeises, Lara M. [ ] - Official site of this author of the young adult novels, Bringing Up the Bones and Contents Under Pressure. Includes a biography, news, and a schedule of appearances.
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