* Born in 1945: Sharon Creech was born in 1945 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
* Educated in Literature: She holds a Bachelor's degree in English from Gettysburg College and a Master's degree in English from the University of Pennsylvania.
* Former Teacher: Before becoming a full-time author, Creech worked as an elementary school teacher.
* Award-Winning Author: "Walk Two Moons" earned her the prestigious Newbery Medal in 1995. She has also won numerous other awards for her writing, including the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award and the ALA Notable Book Award.
* Other Notable Works: Creech has authored numerous other acclaimed children's novels, including "The Great Gilly Hopkins", "The Wanderer", and "Love That Dog".
* Focus on Family and Relationships: Her books often explore themes of family, friendship, loss, and finding one's place in the world.
* Writing Style: Creech is known for her engaging and lyrical writing style, often using humor and poignant observations to create relatable characters and heartwarming stories.
* Lives in Maine: Currently, she resides in Maine with her husband.
If you'd like to learn more about Sharon Creech, you can visit her website or find her author page on websites like Goodreads.