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Internet Public Library's KidSpace Reading Zone
So much to do here like read about your favorite authors and books, read stories in other languages, and learn about braille and poetry to name just a few!

KidReads.com
Take a look at the Authors list to read interviews with dozens of terrific authors, like J.K. Rowling and Brian Jacques. Find out info about your favorite books!

Individual Authors A - Z

Avi
Books, bios, and bulletin boards where you can chat about his books.

T.A. Barron
The official site of the author of The Lost Years of Merlin. Read selections from your favorite books, find out about the author, play the Fincayra Map Game.

Judy Blume
The latest news, books, and events as well as important information regarding censorship and writing.

Beverly Cleary
Biography, activities, bibliography, teaching resources, and information about Ramona Quimby, Henry Huggins, Ralph S. Mouse, and other Cleary characters.

Andrew Clements
Official site for award-winning author Andrew Clements and his book Frindle.

Eoin Colfer
Profile, bibliography, and links for the author whose works include Artemis Fowl and Benny and Omar.

Roald Dahl
The fabulous website of the author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The BFG, James and the Giant Peach, and more!

Kate DiCamillo
Features biography, FAQ, online journal, and information on such bestselling and award-winning books as Because of Winn-Dixie and The Tale of Despereux.

Margaret Peterson Haddix
News and information from the author of the popular 39 Clues series.

Hazel Hutchins
Learn about the author's background, where she gets her ideas for stories, find out how and where she writes, and play some "Guess-It" Quizzes.

Brian Jacques
A great site with lots of info about the author and the Redwall books. Read about how he gets his ideas. Play crossword puzzles. Take a look at the Redwall Links and Snowfur's Redwall Encyclopedia.

Dick King-Smith
Read about the author of Babe, The Gallant Pig and many other wonderful animal stories.

Jeff Kinney
Official site for the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney. Includes Kinney's blog, information about appearances, interviews, news, and more.

  Gordon Korman
Information about his books and writing career.

Lois Lowry
Award-winning author Lois Lowry posts blog entries about her life and work.

Kenneth Oppel
Welcome to the world of the the Silverwing! Join Shade on his journey from Tree Haven to the Southern Jungle. Find out more about the author and upcoming releases.

Dav Pilkey
Warning: This web site contains scenes and material which may be considered too silly for grownups, small animals, and many varieties of houseplants.

Mary Pope Osbourne
A great place to find everything Magic Tree House!

Philip Pullman
Find out about the author of The Golden Compass. Read excerpts from some of his books. Find out more about the characters and the alethiometer. Take a look at the Author Q & A.

Rick Riordan
Official site for bestselling author, Rick Riordan, whose books include the Percy Jackson series and the Tres Navarre series.

J.K. Rowling
A fun and interactive sight from the creator of the popular Harry Potter franchise. Featuring sections like 'Gossip' and 'FAQs', you'll find everything Potter on this site.

Dr. Seuss
"There are things to make and games to play, and recipes for things to eat, and funny pictures to complete. So even when you think you're done, here's where you'll always have more fun."

Lemony Snicket
You, the unwary computer user, are only a click away from learning more about A Series Of Unfortunate Events, a terrible collection of books concerning the lives of the three Baudelaire children, and if I were you, I would visit any other website in the world rather than participate in the gloom that this particular site offers.

R.L. Stine
Official site for R.L. Stine, the writer of children's books, including Goosebumps and Fear Street series. Provides bio, bibliography, book samples, character info, and reviews of the author, also known as the Stephen King of children's literature.

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