Books by jerry spinelli

Childrens author jerry spinelli, recipient of the 1991 newbery medal for. Jeffrey lionel maniac magee might have lived a normal life if a freak accident hadnt made him an orphan. This work, space station seventh grade, was published in 1982. In this celebration of nonconformity, newbery medalist jerry spinelli weaves a tense, emotional tale about the perils of popularity and the thrill and inspiration of first love. His fifth novel was also intended for adults but became his first childrens book. She sparks a schoolspirit revolution with just one cheer. Spinelli first decided he wanted to become a writer at the age of 16, when his high school football team won a big game. A modernday classic and new york times bestseller from newbery medalist jerry spinelli. Spinelli lives with his wife and fellow writer, eileen, in west chester, pennsylvania.

Jerry spinelli, stargirl 1 likes what she saw, she felt. Jerry spinelli is american author of literature and children fiction books famously known for his stargirl series. May 14, 2002 listen to stargirl movie tiein edition audiobook by jerry spinelli. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Whether you need a classic kids book or classroomproven teaching materials, discover it at. Jerry spinelli born february 1, 1941 in norristown, pennsylvania is a noted childrens author, specializing on novels written for and about early adolescence. This second book in the series is so much different from the first one. Jerry spinelli books list of books by author jerry spinelli. Spinelli has produced a poetic allegorical tale about the magnificence and rarity of true nonconformity. Eleventhgrader leo borlock cannot quite believe the new student who calls herself stargirl. January 4, 20 in jerry spinellis latest book, the hokey pokey is much more than a childrens song and dance.

Jerry spinelli still remembers the sunday night when he was awakened by a phone call. See all books authored by jerry spinelli, including stargirl, and maniac magee, and more on. Jerry spinelli books list of books by author jerry spinelli thriftbooks. His novel, maniac magee, had just won the 1991 newbery medal. Born in norristown, pennsylvania spinelli wanted to grow up to be either a professional baseball player or a cowboy, but luckily for the readers community, he became an author. Sometimes im asked if i do research for my stories. The first edition of the novel was published in august 8th 2000, and was written by jerry spinelli. At first, i really had a hard time trying to appreciate h. Jerry spinelli primary author only author division. Jerry spinelli audio books, best sellers, author bio. Spinelli was born in norristown, pennsylvania, and currently resides in phoenixville, pennsylvania. Jerry spinelli books biography and list of works author of.

Find out more about the life and career of popular childrens book author jerry spinelli, who has written numerous novels, including maniac. Jerry spinelli is the author of more than a dozen books for young readers, including maniac magee, winner of the newbery medal, and stargirl, a new york. Nov, 2001 stargirl ebook written by jerry spinelli. Spinelli published love, stargirl the sequel to his previous bestseller in 2007. Stargirl by jerry spinelli, maniac magee by jerry spinelli, love, stargirl by jerry spinelli, loser by jerry spinelli, a. Home jerry news events books teachers faqs email designed and developed by temean consulting 2017 no part of this website may be reproduced without written permission from this sites webmaster.

Author jerry spinellis complete list of books and series in order, with the latest releases, covers, descriptions and availability. Spinelli made his picture book debut with my daddy and me, a loving tribute to fathers and sons. Jerry spinellis first published novel was space station seventh grade 1982. He grew up in rural pennsylvania and went to college at gettysburg college and johns hopkins university.

He played for the green sox little league team in his hometown of norristown, pennsylvania, and dreamed of one day playing for the major leagues, preferably as shortstop for the new york yankees. Spinelli made his picture book debut with my daddy and me, a. No part of this website may be reproduced without written permission from this sites webmaster. The novel takes the form of the worlds longest letter, in diary form, going from date to date through a little more than a years time.

Jerry spinelli discovered his calling in 1957 when his high school football team won a big game. Knopf new york contents cover page title page dedication epigraph acknowledgments chapter 1 chapter 2 chapter 3 chapter 4 chapter 5 chapter 6 chapter 7 chapter 8 chapter 9 chapter 10 chapter 11 chapter 12 chapter chapter 14 chapter 15 chapter 16 chapter 17 chapter 18 chapter 19 chapter 20 chapter 21 chapter 22. Love, stargirl by jerry spinelli is such a beautifully written novel. Stargirl is the focus at both events but in very different ways. However, because it was about a thirteenyearold boy, adult book publishers didnt even want to see it. He is best known for maniac magee, stargirl and wringer. Jerry spinelli born february 1, 1941 is an american writer of childrens novels that feature. With its depiction of a nonconformist with a heart of gold, its lyrical writing from newbery medalist jerry spinelli, and its charming love story, stargirl quickly asserted itself as a modern classic. However, these books were rejected by publishers and remained unpublished. From the day she arrives at quiet mica high in a burst of color and sound, the hallways hum with the murmur of stargirl, stargirl.

The main characters of this young adult, fiction story are stargirl caraway, leo borlock. Jan 24, 2011 jerry spinelli still remembers the sunday night when he was awakened by a phone call. Jerry spinelli was born on february 1, 1941 in norristown, pennsylvania. Stargirl is a young adult novel written by american author jerry spinelli and first published in 2000 stargirl was well received by critics, who praised stargirls character and the novels overall message of nonconformity. Find out more about the life and career of popular childrens book author jerry spinelli, who has written numerous novels, including maniac magee, at. Jerry spinelli born february 1, 1941 is an american writer of childrens novels that feature adolescence and early adulthood.

Nov, 2001 in this celebration of nonconformity, newbery medalist jerry spinelli weaves a tense, emotional tale about the perils of popularity and the thrill and inspiration of first love. This novel was published by knopf books and was followed by smiles to go in 2008. Spinelli started his professional writing career by attempting books for adults and not for children. Jerry spinelli 1941 jerry spinelli born february 1, 1941 in norristown, pennsylvania is a noted childrens author, specializing on novels written for and about early adolescence. If one or more works are by a distinct, homonymous authors, go ahead and split the author. Growing up, jerry spinelli was really serious about baseball. She captures leo borlock s heart with just one smile. This classic collection includes four of newbery awardwinning author jerry spinellis most popular books. Jerry spinelli audiobooks download instantly today. Jerry spinelli books, author biography, and reading level. He has published more than 25 books and has six children and 16 grandchildren. Their six children have given jerry spinelli a plethora of clever material for his writing. Jerry spinelli born february 1, 1941 is an author of childrens novels on adolescence and early adulthood. She sings happy birthday to classmates in the lunchroom, props a small.

His latest novel, stargirl, was a new york times bestseller and an ala top ten best book for young adults. Originally published in 2000, stargirl was instantly embraced and has sold over one million copies. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 186 pages and is available in paperback format. In the years after college i wrote four novels, but nobody wanted them. Wringer not all birthdays are welcome by jerry spinelli and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Leo is as ordinary as it gets, struggling to conform to the rest of his peers, he has to.

Hes written over 25 books, won a newbery award maniac magee, and a newbery honor wringer. Spinelli, jerry 1941personalborn february 1, 1941, in norristown, pa. He writes childrens novels that focus on the period around adolescence and adulthood. Milkweed was a fantastic book, and i recommend it to people of all ages. No, in the sense that i seldom plow through books at the library to gather material. Apr 15, 2019 find out more about the life and career of popular childrens book author jerry spinelli, who has written numerous novels, including maniac magee, at. As a kid he wanted to be a cowboy, then as a teenager he wanted to be a baseball player. Jerry spinelli is the author of more than a dozen books for young readers, including maniac magee, winner of the newbery medal, and stargirl, a new york times bestseller and an ala top ten best book for young adults. After stargirl wins the oratorical contest, leo says that the cheering is as wild as that of the crowd at a championship basketball game.

Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read loser. But childrens publishers did and thats how, by accident, i became an author of books for kids. Dont miss the sequel, love, stargirl, and jerry spinellis latest novel, the wardens daughter, about another girl who cant help but stand out. Hokey pokey is the name of a magical universe where kids are in charge with no. Parents need to know that jerry spinellis maniac magee is an exciting, moving, and sometimes funny story, brilliantly told, about an orphan boy who runs away from his feuding aunt and uncle at age 8 and makes a.

Jerry spinelli is the author of the newbery awardwinning maniac magee, as well as many other titles, including stargirl and his autobiography, knots in my yoyo string. Jerry spinelli also writes the book in an interesting format. Jerry spinelli has 81 books on goodreads with 831615 ratings. Jerry spinelli is the author of more than a dozen books for young readers, including maniac magee, winner of the newbery medal. Jerry spinelli is currently considered a single author. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. Dont miss the sequel, love, stargirl, and jerry spinellis latest novel, the wardens daughter, about. The old man on the bench, for example, made her cry. Jerry spinelli graduated in 1963 from gettysburg college and completed his ma in 1964 from johns hopkins university. Listen to stargirl movie tiein edition by jerry spinelli at. Jerry spinelli is a newberry award winning author who is best known for writing maniac magee and stargirl. Visit scholastic, the worlds largest childrens book publisher. In 1990, spinelli received the phone call that would enable him to permanently live.

While they write in separate rooms of the house, the couple edits and celebrates one anothers work. The town celebrated and his fellow students raced through the streets, but jerry sneaked back home and marked the occasion in his own way. Jerry spinellis imagination flew one night when one of his six children ate fried chicken that was being saved for the following day. Love, stargirl picks up a year after stargirl ends and reveals the new life of the beloved character who moved away so suddenly at the end of stargirl. The door of many colours put her in such a snit of curiosity that i had to drag her away. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read stargirl. For in the sequel, i was able to understand more about its main character named stargirl caraway. Aug 01, 2000 newberywinning spinelli spins a magical and heartbreaking tale from the stuff of high school. Pdf stargirl book by jerry spinelli free download 186 pages.

Jerry spinelli books biography and list of works author. Newberywinning spinelli spins a magical and heartbreaking tale from the stuff of high school. These, i believe, help give you the real image and feel of the book, although sometimes they do seem a little out of place. Parents need to know that jerry spinelli s maniac magee is an exciting, moving, and sometimes funny story, brilliantly told, about an orphan boy who runs away from his feuding aunt and uncle at age 8 and makes a name and legend for himself in a. Author jerry spinelli plays two major events in this novel off of each other. At the age of 16, his love of sports inspired him to compose a. When jerry spinelli was a kid, he wanted to grow up to be either a cowboy or a baseball player. Jerry spinelli bio, facts, family famous birthdays. He did, however, read comic books and had a subscription for bugs bunny.