Jerry Spinelli

Jerry Spinelli
Spinelli in 2008
Born (1941-02-01) February 1, 1941
Norristown, Pennsylvania, U.S.
OccupationWriter
GenreChildren's and young-adult novels
Notable works
Notable awardsNewbery Medal
1991
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Website
jerryspinelliauthor.com

Jerry Spinelli (born February 1, 1941) is an American writer of children's novels that feature adolescence and early adulthood. His novels include Maniac Magee, Stargirl, and Wringer.