Paul Fleischman's novels, poetry, picture books, and nonfiction are known for innovation and multiple viewpoints. He received the Newbery Medal for Joyful Noise: Poems for Two Voices and a Newbery Honor for Graven Images, and he was a National Book Award finalist for Breakout. His books bridging the page and stage include Bull Run, Seek, and Mind's Eye. For the body of his work, he's been the United States nominee for the international Hans Christian Andersen Award. He lives in California. www.paulfleischman.net.

“Legendary author and Newbery medalist Fleischman combines an easygoing memoir with a friendly writing guide . . . An inviting memoir with smooth and engaging storytelling.”  — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books“A humorous, thoughtful demonstration that the path to writing isn't always a straight line.” — Kirkus Reviews“An inspiring look at how an award-winning author eventually found his voice.”  — Publishers Weekly“A lively memoir-guidebook.”  — Booklist

Paul Fleischman's novels, poetry, picture books, and nonfiction are known for innovation and multiple viewpoints. He received the Newbery Medal for Joyful Noise: Poems for Two Voices and a Newbery Honor for Graven Images, and he was a National Book Award finalist for Breakout. His books bridging the page and stage include Bull Run, Seek, and Mind's Eye. For the body of his work, he's been the United States nominee for the international Hans Christian Andersen Award. He lives in California. www.paulfleischman.net.

“Legendary author and Newbery medalist Fleischman combines an easygoing memoir with a friendly writing guide . . . An inviting memoir with smooth and engaging storytelling.”  — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books“A humorous, thoughtful demonstration that the path to writing isn't always a straight line.” — Kirkus Reviews“An inspiring look at how an award-winning author eventually found his voice.”  — Publishers Weekly“A lively memoir-guidebook.”  — Booklist