Lois Lowry

Lois Lowry was born on March 20, 1937 in Honolulu, Hawaii.
* She grew up in New York, Pennsylvania, and Japan.
* She worked as a journalist, photographer, and writer before becoming a full-time author.
* She has written over 30 books, including the popular The Giver Quartet.
* She has won numerous awards, including two Newbery Medals.
* She is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters.
* She lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
* She is an inspiration to young readers around the world.