Black Authors and Illustrators of Books for Children and Young Adults [Paperback]

Black Authors and Illustrators of Books for Children and Young Adultsis a biographical dictionary that provides comprehensive coverage of all major authors and illustrators  past and present. As the only reference volume of its kind available, this book is a valuable research tool that provides quick access for anyone studying black childrens literature  whether one is a student, a librarian charged with maintaining a childrens literature collection, or a scholar of childrens literature.

The Fourth Edition of this renowned reference work illuminates African American contributions to childrens literature and books for young adults. The new edition contains updated and new information for existing author/illustrator entries, the addition of approximately 50 new profiles, and a new section listing online resources of interest to the authors and readers of black childrens literature.

Acknowledgments  Photograph Credits  Introduction to the Third Edition  Introduction to the Fourth Edition  Foreword  Bibliographical Sources and References  The Dictionary  Appendix 1: Bookcovers and Jacket Illustrations  Appendix 2: The Coretta Scott King Awards  Appendix 3: National Listing of Bookstores  Index of Children and Young Adult Book Titles  Index of Authors and Illustrators  About the Authors

Dr. Barbara Thrash Murphy is a retired faculty member from the University of Pittsburgh School of Education, where she also received a master's degree in elementary education and a doctorate in curriculum and supervision. She has taught child development in the Pittsburgh public schools.

Deborah Murphyis a freelance writer focusing on topics of children and literacy.