Even as a kid, everyone thought Jeff Kinney was talented. People loved his drawings, and when he went to college, his comic strip Igdoof was so popular that it spread to other universities! Still, Jeff faced challenges. His cartoons were rejected by syndicates that claimed his art was unprofessional. Then, an idea struck: Jeff would write a journal from the perspective of a child, illustrated with doodles just like a kid might do. And so, the Diary...

This title will introduce readers to the life and works of R.L. Stine, including the Goosebumps and Fear Street series. Complete with great photographs and a timeline!

This title will introduce readers to the life and works of Mo Willems, including the Pigeon and Elephant & Piggie series. Complete with great photographs and a timeline!

A biography of Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the "Little House" books, from her Wisconsin childhood until her death at the age of ninety.

Presents information about the author who grew up not wanting to read to becoming a best-selling author who now writes books urban readers can relate to.

This title introduces readers to the life and works of Charles Schulz, including "Peanuts" and his Charlie Brown character. Complete with photographs and a timeline.

When young Elwyn White lay in bed as a sickly child, a bold house mouse befriended him. When the time came for kindergarten, an anxious Elwyn longed for the farm, where animal friends awaited him at the end of each day. Propelled by his fascination with the outside world, he began to jot down his reflections in a journal. Writing filled him with joy, and words became his world. Today, Stuart Little and Charlotte's Web are beloved classics of children's...

Photographs and simple text introduce J.K. Rowling, author of the best-selling Harry Potter novels.