Biography
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- Achuka: Kenneth Oppel
- An interview that took place in 2000. Kenneth Oppel talks about his training, favorite authors, and Silverwing.
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- Kenneth Oppel
- (Official site) Includes information on Oppel's books, teaching guides, a Silverwing picture gallery, excerpts from new and upcoming books, and the latest news about author appearances.
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- Kidsreads.com : Junie B. Jones by Barbara Park
- Author information and an interview. Short descriptions of books in the Junie B. Jones series.
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- Author Profile: Gary Paulsen
- An in-depth look at Paulsen's life and the many factors that shaped his writing.
- 468
- Author Profile: Wilson Rawls
- Provides an in-depth look at the author's life and the factors that shaped his works.
- 469
- J.K. Rowling
- Official site about the author and the Harry Potter books. Includes book rumours, biography, movie information, FAQs, news, and links.
- 470
- Harry Potter: J.K. Rowling Virtual Visit
- Rowling tells how she got her start as a writer and shares a little of her personal life.
- 471
- Louis Sachar
- Official author site. Includes a synopsis of his books, the Marvin Redpost series, the Wayside School series, and Holes; including a biography of the author.
- 473
- Black Beauty's Secrets: Anna Sewell and the Humane Treatment of Animals
- Tells about the author and why she wrote the book.
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- Free Online Library - Black Beauty
- Read about the life of horse told by the animal, itself, that begins in squalor and ends in happiness.
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- Reading Matters: Black Beauty
- A book review and comments from children and teens. Also suggest other books about horses to read.
- 477
- Shakespeare is Elementary
- Second- and third-graders explore Shakespeare's life and works. Includes timeline, play summaries, illustrations, and ideas for teachers.
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- The Complete Works of William Shakespeare
- Includes a biography, study guides, related articles, and essays.