Welcome to the world of my books!
I write stories kids love. They often tell me that they crack up laughing as they read.
I write in simple language about children and the challenges of their lives, large and small. I explore characters living with courage and imagination, in search of love and joy. Over four million copies of my books have been sold. |  Spunky Tells All, narrated by one smart and spunky dog, is available now!
--The Horn Book calls it "a beginning chapter book that begs to be read." --School Library Journal calls it "a gem." |
Ten of my children’s books follow the adventures of children in middle-class African-American families. Two are set in the mountains of Guatemala. The Secret Life of Amanda K. Woods, about an eleven-year-old growing up in Wisconsin, was a finalist for the National Book Award. The Kidnapped Prince presents in simpler language the classic autobiography of Olaudah Equiano, an African prince kidnapped into slavery in 1763.
I love to hear from my readers, especially from teachers. I am adding to this site a place for you to share your ideas, lesson plans and experiences using my books with students. Please contribute by e-mailing me your posts! |
Ann appearing at the Flying Pig Bookstore, Shelburne, Vermont, October 2011