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Richard Peck
AuthorBooks · Second hand1934-2018
Richard Wayne Peck was an American novelist known for his contributions to modern young adult literature. He was awarded the Newbery Medal in 2001 for his novel A Year Down Yonder. He received the Margaret A. Edwards Award from the American Library Association in 1990.
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About Richard Peck
Birth
1934
Death
2018
Richard Wayne Peck was an American novelist known for his contributions to modern young adult literature. He was awarded the Newbery Medal in 2001 for his novel A Year Down Yonder. He received the Margaret A. Edwards Award from the American Library Association in 1990.
Richard Peck was an acclaimed American author specializing in young adult literature.
Born in Decatur in 1934, he dedicated his life to creating stories that resonate with younger readers.
His most recognized work, A Long Way from Chicago, stands out for its mastery of historical fiction.
Throughout his prolific career, he wrote a total of 129 literary works.
His stories sensitively explore themes such as family and the bond between siblings.
