Insights from Illinois Authors.

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Title: Insights from Illinois Authors.
Authors: Mitchell-Brown, Ronda J.1
Source: Illinois Reading Council Journal. Fall2009, Vol. 37 Issue 4, p79-83. 5p. 1 Black and White Photograph.
Subject Terms: Children's literature writing, Creativity in literature
Geographic Terms: Arlington Heights (Ill.), Illinois
People: Powell, Patricia Hruby, Thomas, Peter
Abstract: An interview with Patricia Hruby Powell, an award-winning author, is presented. When asked about her childhood in Arlington Heights, Illinois, she narrates her experiences and transition from dancing to writing children's books. She shares her inspirations for her two books, including how she got the illustrator for her second book. She also mentions her collaboration with Peter Thomas, who translated her books, her experiences as a writer and her new manuscripts.
Database: Education Research Complete
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Abstract:An interview with Patricia Hruby Powell, an award-winning author, is presented. When asked about her childhood in Arlington Heights, Illinois, she narrates her experiences and transition from dancing to writing children's books. She shares her inspirations for her two books, including how she got the illustrator for her second book. She also mentions her collaboration with Peter Thomas, who translated her books, her experiences as a writer and her new manuscripts.
ISSN:1082555X