So begins the story of Helen Lester, author of Tacky the Penguin and many other popular books for children. By sharing her struggles as a child and later as a successful author, she demonstrates

Author: A True Story

So begins the story of Helen Lester, author of Tacky the Penguin and many other popular books for children. By sharing her struggles as a child and later as a successful author, she demonstrates that hurdles are part of the process. She even gives writing tips, such as keeping a "fizzle box." Helen Lester uses her unique ability to laugh at her mistakes to create both a guide for young writers and an amusing personal story of the disappointments and triumphs of a writer's life.
Country USA
Brand Clarion
Manufacturer Clarion Books
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber 9780618260102
Model 9780618260102
Color Other
ReleaseDate 2002-08-26
UnitCount 1
UPCs 046442260107
EANs 0046442260107

Author: A True Story