Children's book Author

Paula Danziger

Biography

Born in Washington, D.C., and raised in New York, Paula Danziger knew since second grade that she wanted to be a writer. Beginning her career as a teacher, Danziger taught at the junior high, high school, college levels. She received her Masters Degree in reading and during that time she wrote her first bestselling novel, The Cat Ate My Gymsuit. She returned to teaching, but the success of her book encouraged her to become a full-time writer. It was non-stop for Danziger since then. Among her titles are: the enormously popular Amber Brown books as well as Remember Me To Harold Square, The Divorce Express, and Can You Sue Your Parents For Malpractice? Danziger received numerous honors, including: Parent’s Choice Awards, International Reading Association - Children’s Book Council Awards, a IRA-CBC Children’s Choice Award and many nominations for state reading and library association awards. Known as a flamboyantly funny and deeply honest writer and speaker, Paula Danziger knew how to relate to young readers at their level. She was vital, funny, and compassionate. She knew how kids felt, what made them laugh, what they wore, collected, read, and played with. From collecting novelty toys that would make any teacher cringe, to wearing jangly earrings, funky glasses and shoes covered with beads and sequins, Paula Danziger had a direct line into kids’ hearts and funnybones. She will be missed always.

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Book Stats

19

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0

Illustrated

6

Collaborators

Picture books

4

Graphic novels

1

Chapter books

14

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All Paula Danziger Books

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I, Amber Brown

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1999

Amber navigates shared custody and seeks independence through a bold decision.

P.S. Longer Letter Later
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P.S. Longer Letter Later

Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 1998

Two best friends must keep their bond alive through letters after a sudden separation.

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Collaborators

The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Paula Danziger's books.