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Walter Dean Myers

by Wendy MEAD
9781627122627. ea vol: 48p. (Spotlight on Children's Authors). bibliog. chron. further reading. glossary. index. photos. Cavendish Square. 2014. lib. ed $29.93; ebk $20.95.
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Gr 4–6—Four additional titles in this series that includes Gary Paulsen, Kate DiCamillo, Jeff Kinney, and Rick Riordan (and that SLJ previously described as "an engaging, informative, and interesting resource") tackle some more beloved writers. Though the books are light on illustrations and images, with a somewhat lackluster layout and design, readers should find the text easy and accessible. The detailed back matter makes this set ideal for report writers; it includes a word of advice to students about research and separates out further reading into "print articles," "online sources," and books about the writing process. Given Walter Dean Myers's recent passing, librarians may wish to hold off on purchasing this biography until updates can be made to future editions.
Reviewed by Staff , Aug 01, 2014

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