Carla Mooney
Carla Mooney is the author of several books for young readers. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, she lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with her husband and three children.
Interview
What was your favorite book when you were a child?
Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery
What’s your favorite line from a book?
“It’s been my experience that you can nearly always enjoy things if you make up your mind firmly that you will.” Lucy Maud Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables
Who are your top three favorite authors or illustrators?
Stephen E. Ambrose, Jodi Picoult, Laurie Halse Anderson
Why did you want to become an author or illustrator?
I have loved reading since I was old enough to hold a book. Today, my favorite part of being an author is researching for a new project. I love to learn something new every day.
Do you have any advice for future authors or illustrators?
Experiment with all types of genres and writing; you never know where you will find your niche!
