About the Author:
ANN M. MARTIN is the author of many books for young readers, including Rain Reign, Belle Teal, A Dog's Life, and A Corner of the Universe, a 2003 Newbery Honor Book. She is also the author of the Baby-sitters Club series and the Family Tree series. Ms. Martin makes her home in upstate New York.
LAURA GODWIN, also known as Nola Buck, is the author of many popular picture books for children, including Oh, Cats!; One Moon, Two Cats; This Is the Firefighter; and Christmas in the Manger. Born and raised in Alberta, Canada, she now lives in New York City.
BRETT HELQUIST is the illustrator of the best-selling A Series of Unfortunate Events books as well as many other popular titles. He worked as a graphic designer before becoming a full-time illustrator. Brett lives with his family in Brooklyn, New York. See more of his work online at bretthelquist.com.
Review:
PRAISE FOR THE DOLL PEOPLE
* "Doll lovers may well approach their imaginative play with renewed enthusiasm and a sense of wonder after reading this fun-filled adventure."―Publishers Weekly, starred review
PRAISE FOR THE RUNAWAY DOLLS
* "Fast-paced, satisfyingly developed, the book is doubly enjoyable for its foundation in a solidly imagined doll culture."―Publishers Weekly, starred review
PRAISE FOR THE RUNAWAY DOLLS
* "Fans of the first two Doll People stories will be thrilled with number three."―Kirkus Reviews, starred review
PRAISE FOR THE MEANEST DOLL IN THE WORLD
"Superbly nuanced drawings echo the action that breathes life into these extraordinary playthings."―School Library Journal
PRAISE FOR THE RUNAWAY DOLLS
"Gentle humor, believable characters with distinct personalities, and a strong plotline will keep readers coming back for more."―Booklist
PRAISE FOR THE DOLL PEOPLE
"[A] cozy and gently imaginative adventure."―Bulletin of the Center for Children?s Books
PRAISE FOR THE RUNAWAY DOLLS
"[I]n the pantheon of living toys, the Doll and Funcraft families of Ann M. Martin and Laura Godwin's admired Doll People series reign supreme."―The New York Times
PRAISE FOR THE DOLL PEOPLE
* "A lighthearted touch and dash of drama make this a satisfying read. Selznick's illustrations are perfectly suited to the innocent charm of the dolls. "―School Library Journal, starred review
PRAISE FOR THE DOLL PEOPLE
* "Little girls are in for a marvelous treat in this delicious fantasy."―Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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