Stephanie S. Tolan | |
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Born | 1942 (age 81–82) Ohio, U.S. |
Occupation | Children's author |
Language | English |
Nationality | American |
Education | Masters |
Alma mater | Purdue University |
Period | 1978–present |
Genre | Children's literature |
Notable works | Surviving the Applewhites |
Notable awards | Newbery Medal Honor |
Stephanie S. Tolan (born 1942 in Ohio) is an American author of children's books. Her book Surviving the Applewhites received a Newbery Honor in 2003.[1] She obtained a master's degree in English at Purdue University. Tolan is a senior fellow at the Institute for Educational Advancement. She lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her husband.[2][3] Her papers are kept at the University of Central Missouri.