Joan Abelove facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Joan Abelove
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| Born | 1945 (age 79–80) New York, United States |
| Occupation | Author |
| Language | English |
| Education | PhD in cultural anthropology |
| Alma mater | Barnard College, City University of New York (PhD) |
| Genre | Young adult fiction |
| Notable works | Go and Come Back Saying It Out Loud |
| Notable awards | American Library Association 2000 Best Books for Young Adult |
| Children | 1 |
Joan Abelove (born 1945) is an American author who writes books for young adults. She studied at Barnard College and earned a PhD in cultural anthropology from the City University of New York. Cultural anthropology is the study of human cultures and societies around the world.
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About Joan Abelove
Joan Abelove spent two years living in the jungles of Peru. This was part of her research for her PhD. Her time in Peru later inspired her first novel. She now lives in New York City with her husband and son.
Her First Book: Go and Come Back
Her first book, Go and Come Back, was published in 1998. This story is about a young Peruvian girl. It describes her experiences when she meets anthropologists. The book received many awards. It was named a "Best Book for Young Adults" by the American Library Association. It was also a "Book Prize Finalist" for the Los Angeles Times.
Her Second Book: Saying It Out Loud
Joan Abelove's second book is called Saying It Out Loud. This novel tells the story of a Jewish girl. She is learning to cope with her mother's death from brain cancer. The book explores themes of grief and family.
Working with Other Authors
Joan Abelove is part of a special writing group. In this group, writers share their work and give each other feedback. One of the writers in her group is Gail Carson Levine. Gail Carson Levine is famous for writing Ella Enchanted. She also wrote Writing Magic, which is a guide for young authors.
