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Synopsis
Using family photographs and quotes from her books, the author provides glimpses into her life
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Review
"A rare album memoir for both children and adults."--The New York Times Book Review
"A compelling and inspirational portrait of the author emerges from these vivid snapshots of life's joyful, sad and surprising moments."--Publishers Weekly, Starred "Much more intimate than many traditional memoirs."--School Library JournalFrom the Back Cover
People are constantly asking Newbery medalist Lois Lowry where she gets her ideas. In this fascinating memoir, Lowry answers this question through her recollections of childhood friends and through pictures and memories that explore her rich family history. She recounts the pivotal moments that inspired her writing, describing how they magically turned into fiction along the complicated passage called life. Lowry's fans, and anyone interested in understanding the process of writing fiction, will benefit from this poignant trip through the past and the present of a remarkable writer.
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- PublisherDemco Media
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 0606181067
- ISBN 13 9780606181068
- BindingPaperback
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