Leslie Kimmelman

Leslie Kimmelman is an award-winning author of dozens of books for children, both fiction and nonfiction. She lives in Ardsley, New York.

Interview

What was your favorite book when you were a child?: Charlotte’s Web, and it still is. Close behind was The Secret Garden and the Edgar Eager books.
What’s your favorite line from a book?: “It is not often that someone comes along who is a true friend and a good writer. Charlotte was both.” (Second place: Practically any line from Winnie-the-Pooh.)
Who are your top three favorite authors or illustrators?: E. B. White, Mo Willems, R. J. Palacio, Dave Eggers, Ian Falconer (and way too many others to name)
Why did you want to become an author or illustrator?: I have loved books from the moment I could read. It is a dream come true to be able to create them. The only thing better would be if I could draw, too!
Do you have any advice for future authors or illustrators?: Read, read, read! Be open to new experiences! Have fun!