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Doris Gates
AuthorBooks · Second hand1901-1987
Doris Gates was one of America's first writers of realistic children's fiction. Her novel Blue Willow, about the experiences of Janey Larkin, the ten-year-old daughter of a migrant farm worker in 1930s California, is a Newbery Honor book and Lewis Carroll Shelf Award winner. A librarian in Fresno, California, Gates lived and worked among the people described in her novels. She is also known for her collections of Greek mythology.
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Birth
1901
Death
1987
First book
1940
Years writing
86
Doris Gates dedicated her life to children's literature, blending her passion for writing with her work as a librarian.
Born in Mountain View, her literary legacy includes a total of 56 published works throughout her career.
Her most iconic book, Blue Willow, remains a fundamental reference in American juvenile fiction.
Beyond her original stories, Gates masterfully explored the fascinating world of Greek mythology.
Her professional career was defined by a deep commitment to fostering a love of reading among young people.