Authors

Sites here are about the work or lives of specific authors or sites that discuss groups of authors. For sites about authors in a time period, use the Literature by Time Period section.

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Shakespeare

Resources in this category:

The Academy of American Poets
http://www.poets.org/

"The Academy of American Poets was founded in 1934 to support American poets at all stages of their careers and to foster the appreciation of contemporary poetry. The largest organization in the country dedicated specifically to the art of poetry, the Academy sponsors programs nationally."

Author Bibliographies
http://www.myunicorn.com/biblios.html

A collection of thousands of author bibliographies, organized alphabetically by author. After a month long free trial this site requires a paid registration to access the full lists.

The Authorized Paul Bowles Website
http://www.paulbowles.org/

Website dedicated to the legacy of writer-composer Paul Bowles, established by the heirs of the estate of Paul and Jane Bowles.

Avi
http://www.avi-writer.com/

The official website for Newbery Award-winning author Avi.

Ben Barton - British Poet
http://www.benbarton.co.uk/

This is the official homepage of British Poet Ben Barton, "containing background information, an archive of work and a resources section - which will take you to interviews, films, reviews and publications."

Cassiodorus
http://ccat.sas.upenn.edu/jod/cassiodorus.html

An online book about the life and literary works of Roman statesman and monk, Flavius Magnus Aurelius Cassiodorus Senator, born c. 490, d. c. 585. Links related to Cassiodorus' "Institutiones" and other works are also provided.

The Celebration of Women Writers
http://digital.library.upenn.edu/women/

"The Celebration of Women Writers recognizes the contributions of women writers throughout history. Women have written almost every imaginable type of work: novels, poems, letters, biographies, travel books, religious commentaries, histories, economic and scientific works. Our goal is to promote awareness of the breadth and variety of women's writing. All too often, works by women, and resources about women writers, are hard to find. We attempt to provide easy access to available on-line information. The Celebration provides a comprehensive listing of links to biographical and bibliographical information about women writers, and complete published books written by women."

The Chronicles of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
http://www.siracd.com/

Check out this site telling about Conan Doyle's life and work with information about his most famous character, Sherlock Holmes. The site also includes a searchable database of over 400 quotes and covers lesser-known works such as "The White Company" and "The Stark Munro Letters"

Ernest Hemingway at 100
http://www.kcstar.com/hemingway/

This project, produced by the Kansas City Star, provides information on Hemingway's time in Kansas City, a guide to his work accomplished in Kansas City, and the text of articles attributed to Hemingway that appeared in the Kansas City Star from 1917 to 1918.

Exiled Writers Ink ! - Writers
http://www.exiledwriters.co.uk/writers.shtml

Browse an extensive list of writers from around the world who are currently living in exile in the UK due to their works. Biographical information about each author is included, as well as excerpts from their work in most cases.

Famous Poets and Poems
http://www.famouspoetsandpoems.com/

Browse among 550 popular poets and 22,000 poems. Find portraits, short biographies, quotes, bibliographies and links to other resources dedicated to a particular poet. Poets are organized by name, birth date, nationality, and other factors.

The House of Usher: Edgar Allan Poe
http://www.houseofusher.net/index.html

Guide to the life and works of author Edgar Allan Poe.

The Jane Austen Information Page
http://www.pemberley.com/janeinfo/janeinfo.html

Everything that the Jane Austen fan might wish for including e-texts of her 6 novels and her minor works, Jane Austen trivia, a biography and a bibliography.

Japanese Authors and Works
http://www.jlit.net/authors_works/index.html

Contains lists of Japanese authors organized by time period and alphabetically, 1945-present. An overview of literary history in the pre-modern and modern period is also available with regularly updataed news relating to Japanese literature.

Kerouac Alley
http://kerouacalley.com/

"The Gateway to the Beat Generation on the World Wide Web. A source for the best 'Beat' sites on the web, with references and resources about writers Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, William S. Burroughs and others."

Kolb-Proust Archive for Research
http://www.library.uiuc.edu/kolbp/

This project is devoted to the study of Marcel Proust, and contains a bibliography, a list of "basic references" for Proust studies, a chronology of Proust's life, and an archive of his selected writings.

Literary Kicks
http://www.litkicks.com/

Biographies of Beat Generation authors and poets such as Jack Kerouac and Allan Ginsberg, among others. Bibliographies of their writings; articles; samples of their work. Sites includes articles on Beat Generation topics.

LitLinks
http://bcs.bedfordstmartins.com/litlinks/Pages/Main.aspx

Includes short biographies and web links to resources for a multitude of authors, past and present. Search for authors or browse alphabetically by last name.

Looking for Lewis Carroll
http://www.lookingforlewiscarroll.com/

A scholarly website devoted to reexamining the life and words of Lewis Carroll (Charles Dodgson), author of the Alice and Wonderland books. Includes a brief biography, links to Carroll's texts online, an annotated list of published Carroll biographies, and articles that reinterpret Carroll's biography and writings.

Malaspina Database Index
http://www.mala.bc.ca/%7Emcneil/index1.htx

German database in English listing online versions of books and information (biography, list of works, and more) about famous American and European authors, artists, and actors.

Mark Twain
http://www.boondocksnet.com/twainwww/

Contains links to exhibits, e-text collections, non-Web resources, and scholarly studies. "The most comprehensive directory of online resources by and about Mark Twain, weekly feature articles, an events calendar, and a growing collection of local texts, including Mark Twain's Speeches and chapters from Mark Twain: A Biography."

Michigan Authors and Illustrators
http://www.hal.state.mi.us/authors/

This is a database of "information on authors and illustrators born in Michigan, who live in Michigan, or who have written books about or set in Michigan. Each entry includes biographical information, and lists of works by the person."

Nom de Guerre
http://go.to/realnames

A "definitive" list of the real and/or full names for hundreds of celebrities, historical figures, writers, and fictional characters. Entries are listed alphabetically by pseudonym, and some contain brief biographical information.

PAL: Perspectives in American Literature - A Research and Reference Guide
http://www.csustan.edu/english/reuben/pal/TABLE.HTML

Detailed guide to finding literary criticism and commentary about American authors. Arranged by literary periods and includes introductions and general bibliographies for each period.

Poet's Corner
http://www.gale.cengage.com/free_resources/poets/index.htm

"Explore the lives, works and influences of two-score and ten of the world's most beloved and oft' studied poets." Includes biographies, a timeline, a quiz, and other activities.

Poets and Writers
http://www.pw.org/

"Poets & Writers (P&W) believes in literature's fundamental contribution to contemporary culture. For the past 29 years, P&W has focused on the source of literature, providing support and exposure to writers at all stages in their development. P&W assists authors in their search for career-related information, outlets for their work, opportunities for professional advancement and community with other writers." Site includes writers guides, contests, grants and awards information, as well as news and resources concerning writing workshops. The site is searchable.

Ray Bradbury
http://raybradbury.com/index.html

The official site of author Ray Bradbury. Learn more about Bradbury, read articles about and essays by him, get a peek at excerpts from his many books, watch video interviews, and participate on the message board.

Rossetti Archive
http://www.rossettiarchive.org/

Provides access to most, if not all, of the visual and written works by Dante Gabriel Rossetti in order to support scholarly study of the artist.

SAWNET Bookshelf
http://www.sawnet.org/books

This is an excellent resource for books written by South Asian women. The site organizes books by category (fiction, non-fiction, anthology, cookbook, etc.), lists authors, and provides information on bookstores, book clubs, magazines and more. It also provides book reviews, interviews and other information for some books. It is put together by SAWNET, the South Asia Women's Network, "a forum for those interested in South Asian women's issues." This site makes me want to go read a book!

Today in Literature
http://www.todayinliterature.com/index.asp

"Today in Literature features a new original biographical story each calendar day about the great writers, books, and events in literary history. Our articles are supplemented with links to recommended websites where you fill find author biographies, electroinic texts, reviews, quotes and other reference materials of interest to avid readers, members of book clubs, students, and teachers."

Voices from the Gaps
http://voices.cla.umn.edu/vg/index.html

This site promotes women writers and artists of color. It was designed and is maintained by the University of Minnesota and contains biographies and literary analysis of the artists' work. The site also has blogs from the artists and recorded interviews. Though much of the analysis is done by students at the university, it is a good place to start research about these artists and writers.

The Web of American Transcendentalism
http://www.vcu.edu/engweb/transcendentalism/index.html

This site contains a wealth of information about the roots, influences, and works of the American Transcendentalist writers. Includes a thorough list of links to Transcendentalist authors and their texts, extensive background information and criticism on their ideas and philosophy, and links to additional web resources and bibliographies. From the English Department at Virginia Commonwealth University.

The Whitman Archive
http://www.whitmanarchive.org/

An electronic research and teaching tool that provides information about Whitman’s vast work for the scholars, students, and general readers. The site provides manuscripts, criticism, audio, images, teaching materials, and more!

William Blake Archive
http://www.blakearchive.org/blake/

William Blake's works including paintings and books are available, along with a biography and chronology of his life and works.