Authors L-Z

Visit the sites of your favorite authors. Look here if their last name begins with L-Z.

Resources in this category:

Madeleine L'Engle
http://www.madeleinelengle.com/

Madeleine L'Engle's official web site.

Brian Lies, Author and Illustrator
http://www.brianlies.com/

The official web site of author and illustrator Brian Lies, author of the "Hamlet the Pig" children's book series, and illustrator of many other children's books. The site information about Brian, his books, the editorial and textbook illustrations he's created, as well as information about getting Brian to visit your school!

Leo Lionni Author Study
http://www.shrewsbury-ma.gov/schools/Beal/Curriculum/media/L...

This is a site put together by first grade students at Beal School about Leo Lionni and his books. You can read some facts about the author/illustrator, look at the students’ stories and pictures, see how many of Leo Lionni’s books you have read and learn how to make your own mouse!

Jack London
http://london.sonoma.edu/

Check here for a huge archive of London's writings, as well as photos and documents related to his life.

The Mary E. Lyons Den
http://www.lyonsdenbooks.com/

Learn about the author who wrote Sorrow's Kitchen and Letters from a Slave Girl. She also offers activities with each story she's written.

Fran Manushkin
http://www.franmanushkin.com/index.htm

Learn about the author of such works as Baby, Come Out! and Hooray for Hanukkah!

Susan Rowan Masters
http://www.srmasters.com/

Here is the homepage for the author of The Secret Life of Hubie Hartzel, Libby Bloom, and Summer Song. You'll find out about her books, as well as a short biography of the author.

Nancy McArthur
http://junior.apk.net/~mcarthur/

If you're a fan of the Plant That Ate Dirty Socks series, this site is for you! Read the author's biography, check out Frequently Asked Questions, and get ideas in Fun Stuff to Do. Teachers, the author has shared some favorite ideas for using these books in your classroom.

Suse McDonald- Children's Book Creator
http://www.susemacdonald.com/

Learn about the author and do some fun activities like making a kite!

A. A. Milne
http://www.kidsreads.com/authors/au-milne-aa.asp

A. A. Milne wrote the books about Winnie the Pooh and his friends. Learn about the author's life on this site.

Laura Numeroff
http://lauranumeroff.com/

Visit the website of the author of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie. Find out about her life, pets and books. You can also find fun games and activities relating to her books.

Sheldon Oberman
http://www.sheldonoberman.com/index.shtml

Learn about the author of "The Always Prayer Shawl", "The White Stone in the Castle Wall", and "TV Sal" and you can even listen to him read some of his stories if you have RealAudio installed on your computer. Also includes information for parents and teachers.

Sheldon Oberman
http://www.SheldonOberman.com/index.shtml

This is the official web site for Sheldon Oberman, a songwriter and author of 11 books, including "The Always Prayer Shawl" and "The Shaman's Nephew."

Janie Lynn Panagopoulos
http://www.JLPanagopoulos.com/

Not only will you find Janie's bio. here and info. on her books, but you will get some help with conducting research, tips for writing, as well as finding games to play. This site is packed full of stuff!

Peggy Parish
http://comsewogue.k12.ny.us/~csinger/projects/amelia/fun/bio...

Read this biography about Peggy Parish, author of the Amelia Bedelia books. Did you know she often tried out the things Amelia did to see if they would work before she wrote them? Also learn how her nephew, Herman Parish has continued writing the books since his aunt died.

Barbara Park
http://www.kidsreads.com/series/series-junie-author.asp

Read about Barbara Park, the author of the Junie B. Jones series. There is also a copy of an interview she did for the site about where she gets her ideas and she gives advice for young writers.

Dorothy Hinshaw Patent
http://www.dorothyhinshawpatent.com/

Dorothy Hinshaw Patent has been writing science and nature books for kids for over 27 years. This is her own Website where you can learn more about her and her books.

Terabithia.com - The Official Site of Author Katherine Paterson
http://www.terabithia.com/

Check out this cool site about Katherine Paterson. Learn about the author and read little parts of her books like Bridge to Terabithia and Jacob Have I Loved.

Tamora Pierce
http://www.tamora-pierce.com/

This site gives information about upcoming books by Pierce, her biography, answers to frequently asked questions, and books she recommends as "cool reads."

Dav Pilkey
http://www.pilkey.com/index.php

Have fun exploring this author's site. The zany author and illustrator of such books as 'Twas the Night before Thanksgiving offers pages of silliness and information. You can play games, learn how to draw, or read an interview of the author.

Patricia Polacco
http://www.patriciapolacco.com/

Learn all about childrens' author Patricia Polacco.

Barry Louis Polisar
http://www.barrylou.com/

This site is all about the music and books of Barry Louis Polisar, an American author and musician. "Barry Louis Polisar is a one-man symphony of comic anarchy. At a time when vast numbers of our kids see school as endless drudgery, Polisar says otherwise. He says, isn't the English language fun?" --Baltimore Sun.

Beatrix Potter
http://www.peterrabbit.co.uk/beatrixpotter/

Explore the world of the creator of Peter Rabbit. You can learn more about the author, play games, or find out about special exhibitions featuring Potter's characters and artwork.

Jack Prelutsky
http://books.scholastic.com/teachers/authorsandbooks/authors...

Read information about popular children’s poet Jack Pretlutsky, written by Jack himself! You can also link to an interview transcript where Jack answers questions from kids and adults.

Welcome to the World of Robert Quackenbush
http://www.rquackenbush.com

Do you like the books of Robert Quackenbush? Then you'll love his website. Special sections for kids, librarians, and teachers will let you learn more about this author and his books.

Shoo Rayner
http://www.shoo-rayner.co.uk/

A neat website from the author/illustrator of The Ginger Ninja. Send an e-card and learn to draw his characters.

Diana Ross
http://www.diana-ross.co.uk/

This site is designed by Diana Ross's son-in-law. It has a picture, a biography, and a list of all the books she has written.

Michael Elsohn Ross
http://www.bugauthor.com/

"The Bug Author," Michael Elsohn Ross has written over twenty science and nature books. This site offers science activities and a biography.

J. K. Rowling
http://www.jkrowling.com/

J. K. Rowling's personal website is almost as much fun as her books. Be prepared for an adventure as you take a look at everything on her desk!

J.K. Rowling
http://www.scholastic.com/harrypotter/author/

Info about the author of "Harry Potter", from her U.S. publisher's web site. Includes live interview transcripts.

Louis Sachar
http://www.kidsreads.com/authors/au-sachar-louis.asp

Read about the author of the Wayside School stories, Marvin Redpost and Holes. He also talks about how he writes his books and what he likes to do for fun.

KidsReads.com: Jon Scieszka
http://www.kidsreads.com/series/series-warp-author.asp

Find out about one of the authors The True Story of the Three Little Pigs, The Stinky Cheeseman, and The Time Warp Trio.

Maurice Sendak
http://www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters/database/sendak_m.ht...

Biographical site on the author. Includes an autobiographical sketch, biographical statement, and a list of works.

Maurice Sendak
http://web.archive.org/web/20000421162533/http://www.homeart...

This is a report of an interview with Maurice Sendak, creator of Where the Wild Things Are and over 80 other books. He talks about how he started writing, suggests books for kids, and offers some ideas for getting kids interested in reading.

Dr. Seuss
http://www.seuss.org/seuss/seuss.home.html

Find out more about Dr. Seuss here. There are lists of the books and movies he wrote, parodies of Dr. Seuss written by other people, and links to other Dr. Seuss sites.

Shakespeare for Kids
http://www.folger.edu/template.cfm?cid=588

If you like Shakespeare, check out this page! You’ll find facts, word games, coloring pages, and displays of artifacts and manuscripts from Shakespeare’s time. You can also learn about Queen Elizabeth and explore current careers related to Shakespeare.

Aaron Shepard
http://www.aaronshep.com/

Kids and adults alike will enjoy lots of information on the children's author Aaron Shepard including information on his books--and on author visits!

Neal Shusterman
http://www.storyman.com/

If you like fantasy, science fiction, or action adventure books, then check out these descriptions of Neal Shusterman's books. Neal has done "work on the Goosebumps, and Animorphs TV series." He also talks about himself and his writing.

Shel Silverstein- The Official Site for Kids
http://www.shelsilverstein.com/indexSite.html

Here is a fun animated site about author, poet and illustrator Shel Silverstein. Learn about Shel and all his books. Have some fun making your own bookmark or download a poetry kit with activities.

Seymour Simon
http://www.seymoursimon.com/

The author of over 150 science books for children. Read about his books and his life.

KidsReads.com: Lane Smith
http://www.kidsreads.com/series/series-warp-author.asp#lane

Find out about one of the authors The True Story of the Three Little Pigs, The Stinky Cheeseman, and The Time Warp Trio.

Jerry Spinelli
http://www.jerryspinelli.com/newbery_001.htm

Learn more about the Newbery Medal winning author of Maniac Magee.

Robert Stanek - The Official Web Site
http://www.robertstanek.com/

This is the official site of Robert Stanek, the author of The Kingdoms & The Elves Series and Ruin Mist Chronicles.

Janet Stevens
http://www.janetstevens.com/

Janet Stevens is an illustrator of books such as "Jackalope" and "Epossumondas". She likes to tell you how she does her illustrations by computer. Her web site has special sections that detail digital versions of different parts of her drawings. You can also read about the books she has written and the awards she has won. This is a fun site for anyone who wants to know more about book illustration.

R.L. Stine's Goosebumps
http://www.scholastic.com/goosebumps/books/stine/index.htm

"Are you a fan of R.L. Stine and his creepy, crawly stories? Stine has written lots of terrific books." Learn more about the creator of Goosebumps or try out the games and activities on this site.

R.L. Stine's The Nightmare Room
http://www.thenightmareroom.com/

Author R.L. Stine's official website based on his Nightmare Room series. He will take you into a world one step beyond reality, a world where nightmares come true! Check out his exclusive online story, The Dead of Night, with new installments each week and the conclusion on Halloween night. You can also find info on his books, chat in a moderated room, and even send an e-card. Requires Flash plug-in.

Phoebe Stone
http://www.phoebestone.com/

Find out about the author, look at the colorful pictures, and read parts of the stories of Phoebe Stone, the author of "When the Wind Bears Go Dancing," and "What Night Do the Angels Wander?" .

Tanya Lee Stone - Official Site
http://www.tanyastone.com/

"Visit the web site of children's author Tanya Lee Stone." This web site has information on the author, her fiction and non-fiction books, links to articles about Tanya and more.

Nikki Tate
http://www.stablemates.net/

"Learn about Nikki Tate, where she gets her ideas, and check out photos of some of the real life people, horses, and places that have inspired her stories."

Chris Van Allsburg
http://www.eduplace.com/kids/hmr/mtai/vanallsburg.html

A spotlight on the life of Chris Van Allsburg, the award-winning author of Polar Express and Jumanji. You can read an interview or learn more about his books.

Carole Boston Weatherford
http://www.caroleweatherford.com/

This is the offical web site of Carole Boston Weatherford, author of many children's books including "The Sound that Jazz Makes," "Sidewalk Chalk: Poems of the City," and "Sink or Swim."

Rosemary Wells
http://www.rosemarywells.com/

This website offers activities, coloring pages, and the author's biography.

Laura Ingalls Wilder
http://webpages.marshall.edu/~irby1/laura/frames.html

Want to learn more about the author of the Little House series? This site gives information about Laura's life and family as well as her books. You can even hear songs played on Pa's fiddle and see pictures, too.

Elizabeth Winthrop
http://www.elizabethwinthrop.com/index.html

If you're a fan of Elizabeth Winthrop's books, be sure to visit her web site, which contains a biography, book list, and advice for young writers.

Audrey Wood Clubhouse
http://www.audreywood.com

Visit the clubhouse of children's authors Audrey and Don Wood! See pictures from their books, including the incredible 3-D computer illustrations in "Space Elf Sam."

Jane Yolen
http://www.janeyolen.com/

Here is the official website of the author of "The Emperor & the Kite" and "Owl Moon." Read her biography and learn some writing tips.

Paul Zindel
http://www.paulzindel.com/

Here is the official website for author Paul Zindel. If you are looking for his biography, or a list of his published works, then this is the place to go.