Some Writer!
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2016 · Est. 2 hour read

Some Writer!

Written by Melissa Sweet

Discover the life of a literary icon through letters and art.

4.2 Goodreads · 5,884 ratings
176 pages· 15,716 words· Est. 2 hour read· 1030L
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Bookroo's summary

Explore the life of E.B. White, the beloved author, through a unique blend of his personal letters, photos, and Melissa Sweet's captivating artwork. This illustrated biography reveals the journey of a man who cherished words, offering a glimpse into his world as a journalist and children's book author. What secrets and inspirations lie within his letters? Dive into this tribute to uncover the story behind the words that enchanted generations.

From the publisher

6 Starred Reviews! New York Times Bestseller! A People Magazine Best Children’s Book! A Washington Post Best Book! A Publishers Weekly Best Book! Boston Globe-Horn Book Nonfiction Award Honor recipient Caldecott Honor winner Sweet mixes White’s personal letters, photos, and family ephemera with her own exquisite artwork to tell the story of this American literary icon. Readers young and old will be fascinated and inspired by the journalist, New Yorker contributor, and children’s book author who loved words his whole life. This authorized tribute, a New York Times bestseller, includes an afterword by Martha White, his granddaughter.

Awards

Boston Globe–Horn Book Honor (2017)Cybils Award (2016)Orbis Pictus Award (2017)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
176
Words
15,716
Reading age
7–10
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
1030L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
6.5
F&P level
~Y
AR points
2
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
184629
Publication
Published
October 4, 2016
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780544319592

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