About the author
Where is Katherine Applegate from?
Michigan
What is her most famous book?
The One and Only Ivan
What major award did she win?
Newbery Medal
What is her birthday?
October 9, 1956
What animal is Ivan?
Gorilla
What year did she win the Newbery Medal?
2013
What did she study in college?
English Lit
What year was The One and Only Ivan published?
2012
Name ONE theme in her books
Freedom, empathy, friendship, responsibility
Name one job she had before becoming an author
Graphic designer OR greeting card writer
What is the sequel to The One and Only Ivan?
The One and Only Bob
What is Crenshaw about?
An imaginary cat helping a boy through homelessness
what university did she study?
University of Texas Austin
Name ONE other book she wrote besides Ivan
Crenshaw, Wishtree, or Odder
What is Wishtree about?
A tree protecting an immigrant family