Provides information about the childhood, education, and career of children's book author Kate DiCamillo, and is known for writing "Because of Winn Dixie," "The Tale of Despereaux," and the "Mercy Watson" series.
General Note
Includes index.
Content Note
Short and loud -- A sickly child -- Dogs, friends & books -- Training to be a reader -- Florida to Minnesota -- A book at last -- Newbery Medal -- Rabbits, pigs, and picture books -- Sparking a story.