Something about the Author : Facts and Pictures about Authors and Illustrators of Books for Young People

An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other researchers, each volume in this series provides illustrated biographical profiles of approximately 75 children's authors and artists.

This critically acclaimed series covers more than 12,000 individuals, ranging from established award winners to authors and illustrators who are just beginning their careers.

Entries typically cover: personal life, career, writings, works in progress, adaptations, additional sources.