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Avi - Newberry award winner and author of both young adult and children's fictions. His works include historical, fantasy, comedy, adventure, and mystery.
Chris Van Allsburg - Author and Illustrator of the modern day classics, Jumangi, Polar Express, and Wreck of the Zephyr.
David Maculay - Author and Illustrator who has combine his knowledge of architecture. Many of his books have been made into educational TV programs. Be sure to check out his site for his book The Way Things Work.
Edgar Allen Poe - Explore the mystery and drama of Poe through Thinkport's Webby Award winning field trip.
Jan Brett - Author and illustrator of Berlioz the Bear and the Mitten.
Laura Ingalls Wilder - Learn more about Laura and her books. Here, you can find information about her "little houses" and her friends and family who were made famous through her books.
Lloyd Alexander - Best known for fantasy fiction for children and young adults. He has won many major literary awards including the School Library Journal's Best Book of the Year Award, The Boston Globe-Horn Book Award as well as the prestigious Newbery Award.
Louis Sachar - Award-winning author of over twenty fiction and educational books for children. His book, Holes, won the prestigious National Book Award and the Newbery Medal. Also be sure to check out Wayside School series.
Roald Dahl - Timeless stories include, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Witches, Matilda, BFG, James and the Giant Peach, and many more.
Scott O'Dell - Author of young adult historical fiction that includes strong male and female characters of diverse backgrounds.
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