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Dreiser Web Source: Biography of Theodore Dreiser
This is a detailed biography on American author Theodore Dreiser (1871-1945). Read about his immigrant family, his difficult childhood, and the development of his writing career.
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Author's Calendar: Dorothy Parker
This site offers an organized collection of biographical information on Dorothy Parker.
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Biography of Louis L'amour
Extensive biographical information on the life and accomplishments of Louis L'Amour. Includes photographs and links to his works.
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Biographybase.com: Daisy Bates Biography
Learn about Daisy Bates and her contributions as a lifelong American civil rights leader, journalist, publisher, and author. Daisy was an important figure in the Little Rock Integration Crisis. In recognition of her dedication, the state...
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Author's Calendar: Biography
A biography about French author Nathalie Sarraute that traces her life from her childhood until her death in 1999. Also includes a bibliography of her works.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: An Author Study: Christopher Paul Curtis
This five-day lesson will introduce the learners to the author of the novel as the beginning of a unit. The students will conduct research to obtain biographical information about the author and read/analyze summaries and critiques of...
PBS
Pbs: The American Novel: Literary Timeline: Authors: John Steinbeck
Brief biography of American author and Pulitzer Prize winner John Steinbeck, including personal information and history of important works.
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Author's Calendar: Ama Ata Aidoo
This page gives a good biography of Ghanaian author, Ama Ata Aidoo including some quotes.
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Author's Calendar: Louis L Amour
Provides biographical information, extensive list of L'Amour's works and film adaptations, and a bibliography "for further reading."
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Author's Calendar: Aldous
Contains a biography of Huxley (1894-1963 CE) and a discussion of his works. Also contains links to related information.
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Author's Calendar: Guillaume Apollinaire
A brief biography on the life of French author and playwright, Guillaume Appollinaire.
Washington State University
Washington State University: American Authors: Theodore Dreiser (1871 1945)
This site has a picture, biographical information, and links on Theodore Dreiser. A good place to find links to full-texts of his work.
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Author's Calendar: Daniel Defoe
This site gives a thorough biography of Defoe. It includes quotes from his writing and information about his most important works.
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Jean Little: Canadian Author: Jean Little
Jean Little was born only partially sighted, and perhaps this is why many of her characters deal with physical disabilities. Learn more about Jean in this detailed biography.
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Author's Calendar: Chinua Achebe
A complete biography of Achebe includes quotes from him as well as a brief synopsis of his novels. There is a list of all his works.
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Author's Calendar: Okot P'bitek
A biography of African poet Okot p'Bitek. Discusses some of his accomplishments and the topics of his poems.
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The Literature Network: Author List
A list of authors with links to additional information on each author. Links include biographical information a searchable collection of works, and more.
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A Brief Biography of Isikawa Jun
Included in this biography is an explanation of the political influences which affected Jun's writing, as well as some discussion of how he influenced other Japanese writers like Abe.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Biography: Shana Corey
Read this autobiography to learn about author Shana Corey. Links to her website, a downloadable PDF biography, an author's note to readers, and author visit kit, and a list of her books are available.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Sid Fleischman's Biography
Disover more about the Newbery award-winning author Sid Fleischman through this resource. Provides a biography, booklist and more.
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Scholastic: Biography: Aimee Friedman
Read this biography to learn about author Aimee Friedman. Links to an author visit kit and to a list of her books are available.
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Scholastic: Biography: Anne Mazer
Read this biography to learn about author Anne Mazer. Links to her website, an author's visit kit, and a list of her books are also available.
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Scholastic: Biography: Arthur Dorros
Read this biography to learn about author Arthur Dorros. Links to his website, an author visit kit, and a list of his books are available.
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Scholastic: Biography: Kate Mc Mullan
Read this biography to learn about author Kate McMullan. Links to her website, an author's visit kit, and a list of her books are also available.
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