Walter Dean Myers (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313336287)

Walter Dean Myers, acclaimed author of African American books for children and young adults, published his first book, Where Does the Day Go? in 1969. He is most widely known for his coming-of-age novels including the Newbery Honor books Scorpions (1989) and Somewhere in the Darkness (1993). A prolific author of both fiction and nonfiction, novels and historical works examined here include Fallen Angels, The Glory Field, Monster and Shooters.

Myers has written over 70 books, the most recent also illustrated by his son Christopher. He volunteers at local schools to encourage students in their reading and writing.

Author: Myrna Dee Marler
ISBN-10: 0313336288
ISBN-13: 9780313336287
Publisher: Greenwood
Language: English
Published: 05/30/2008
Pages: 216
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.40w x 0.90d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 08/01/2008 pg. 320
School Library Journal 03/01/2009 pg. 166
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2009 pg. 176 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw