Books in About the Author series

Harry Potter, Ramona, Wilbur the Pig, Winnie-the-Pooh -- these characters have enriched the lives of countless children everywhere. Now kids can get information about the authors behind the books that they love. Distinguished and beloved authors such as Shel Silverstein, A. A. Milne, and Beverly Cleary, and dynamic newcomers such as J. K. Rowling, come to life in these biographies, each of which includes excerpts and illustrations from the authors' published works.Alan Alexander Milne, or A. A. Milne, as he is known throughout the world, gave the world Winnie- The-Pooh, perhaps the most famous bear of all time. Here is the true story of the author, his son Christopher Robin, and his son's wonderful stuffed bear.

Ms. Bunting writes about real-life situations. She makes accessible such events that might shake a young reader's world, including the Los Angeles riots in her book Smoky Night, a visit to the Vietnam Memorial; and a grandmother's move to a home for senior citizens. Eve Bunting is also known for her fun, silly books such as the award-winning Nasty, Stinky Sneakers.