Linda Sue Park
Linda Sue Park is a Korean American author known for her Newbery Medal-winning novel A Single Shard and her collection of linked poems, The One Thing You'd Save.
Young Adult Writer
March 25, 1960
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Linda Sue Park, an American author of Korean descent, is renowned for her award-winning children’s books. Born on March 25, 1960, in Urbana, Illinois, she began writing poetry and stories at just four years old. Park’s most famous work, “A Single Shard,” earned her the 2002 Newbery Medal. Other acclaimed titles include “The Kite Fighters,” “When My Name Was Keoko,” and “A Long Walk to Water.” In 2016, she received the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award for her contributions to children’s literature.
As of 2023, Park maintains a high regard as an author, with an average rating of 4.10 and over 227,000 ratings for her books. Her latest work, “The One Thing You’d Save,” is a collection of linked poems. She is also the founder and curator of Allida Books, a HarperCollins imprint.
In addition to her literary accomplishments, Park appeared on the game show “Jep!” in 1998, winning $12,900. Her parents immigrated to the United States in the 1950s for education, and she grew up outside Chicago. Park later earned a BA at Stanford University.
Linda Sue Park’s dedication to children’s literature, literacy, and diversity initiatives has made her a respected and influential figure in the literary world.
