Willo Davis Roberts facts for kids
Willo Davis Roberts (born May 29, 1928 – died November 19, 2004) was an American writer. She was very well-known for her exciting mystery and suspense novels, especially those written for children and young adults.
About Her Life
Willo Louise Davis was born in a city called Grand Rapids, Michigan. In 1949, she married David W. Roberts. Before becoming a famous writer, she actually trained as a paramedic. She started writing in her free time, fitting it in whenever she could.
Her very first book, "Murder At Grand Bay," was published in 1955. This book was written for adults. However, Willo Davis Roberts soon became famous for her books for younger readers.
Her Amazing Books and Awards
Willo Davis Roberts won several important awards for her books. These were called the Edgar Allan Poe Awards, often just called "Edgars." She won these awards in 1989, 1995, and 1997. These awards were for the best mystery books for children and young adults.
She wrote many popular books that kids and teens loved to read. Some of her well-known titles include:
- The View from the Cherry Tree
- Twisted Summer
- Sugar Isn't Everything
- Don't Hurt Laurie
- Megan's Island
- Baby-Sitting Is a Dangerous Job
- Hostage
- The Girl with the Silver Eyes
- The One Left Behind
- Scared Stiff
- Caught!
- Undercurrents
Willo Davis Roberts passed away at the age of 76 in Granite Falls, Washington. Her publisher, Simon & Schuster, mentioned that The One Left Behind would have been her 100th book written for children. She left behind a wonderful collection of stories for young readers to enjoy.
