Patricia McCormick (author) facts for kids
Patricia McCormick, born on May 23, 1956, is an American writer. She writes realistic stories for young adults, which means her books feel very true to life. She has been a finalist for the National Book Award two times, which is a big honor for writers.
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About Patricia McCormick
Patricia McCormick went to Rosemont College and later studied journalism at Columbia University. She also earned another degree from The New School. Today, she lives in New York City.
How She Writes Her Books
Patricia McCormick's books are special because she does a lot of research. She often travels to different places and talks to people to understand their experiences. This helps her make her stories feel very real.
For example, when she wrote her book Sold, she visited India and Nepal. She spoke with young people who had gone through difficult times. For her book Never Fall Down, she spent time in Cambodia. There, she learned from someone who survived a very tough period in that country's history.
Working with Malala Yousafzai
Patricia McCormick also worked with Malala Yousafzai. Malala is a brave girl from Pakistan who was shot for speaking up for girls' right to education. Patricia helped write Malala's book, I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World. This book was published in 2013 and shares Malala's amazing story.
Books by Patricia McCormick
Patricia McCormick has written several important books for young readers. Here are some of her well-known works:
- Cut (2000)
- My Brother's Keeper (2005)
- Sold (2006) - This book was a finalist for the National Book Award.
- Purple Heart (2009)
- Never Fall Down (2012) - This book was also a finalist for the National Book Award.
- I am Malala: How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World (2013)
- The Plot to Kill Hitler: Dietrich Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Spy, Unlikely Hero (2016)
Awards and Recognition
Patricia McCormick's books have received many awards and honors. These awards show how much her stories connect with readers and critics.
Notable Awards for Her Books
- In 2002, her book Cut was named one of the ALA Best Books for Young Adults.
- In 2006, her book Sold won an Editor's Choice Award from Booklist. It was also a finalist for the National Book Award.
- In 2012, Never Fall Down was a finalist for the National Book Award in Young People's Literature.
Other Recognitions
Her books have often been included on important lists, such as:
- American Library Association Top Ten Quick Pick
- Children's Literature Council's Choice
- New York Public Library Best Books for the Teenage
- Booklist Editor's Choice Award
- National Public Radio's Best Books of the Year
- Publishers Weekly Best Books of the Year
- Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People
- Gustav-Heinemann Peace Prize
