Ellie Mathews facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ellie Mathews
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| Born | October 22, 1945 Port Angeles, Washington |
| Occupation | author |
| Genre | Memoir, Children's literature, young adult fiction, novels |
| Notable works | The Linden Tree |
Ellie Mathews was born on October 22, 1945, in Port Angeles, Washington. She is a talented author who writes both fiction (made-up stories) and nonfiction (true stories). One of her most famous books is The Linden Tree, which won a special award called the 2007 Milkweed Editions Prize for Children’s Literature.
Ellie Mathews is also known for her amazing cooking skills! Her recipe for Salsa Couscous Chicken won the Grand Prize at the 1998 Pillsbury Bake-Off, a very famous cooking competition.
Ellie Mathews' Journey as a Writer
Ellie Mathews studied geography at the University of Washington, graduating in 1976. She focused on making maps and graphic arts. In her first job, she used these skills to help create computer software.
In the early 1990s, Ellie Mathews started writing. She has published many different types of stories and true accounts. She has even received special awards for her writing, including two fellowships and an arts commission award.
Famous Books by Ellie Mathews
One of her well-known nonfiction books is Ambassador to the Penguins. This book tells the story of Robert Cushman Murphy's journey in 1912 to South Georgia Island. He traveled on a whaling ship and studied nature. The book received excellent reviews.
Ellie Mathews also wrote a memoir called The Ungarnished Truth. A memoir is a true story about a part of someone's life. In this book, she shares her experiences of winning the Pillsbury Bake-Off cooking contest. It was published in March 2008 by Berkley Books.
Books by Ellie Mathews
Here are some of the main books Ellie Mathews has written:
