Judy Blume
American author of children's and YA literature
ποΈFebruary 12, 1938 - Present
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πBiography
Judy Blume is an American writer known for her children's, young adult, and adult fiction. Her novels were groundbreaking for their frank discussion of topics often considered taboo for young readers, such as menstruation and bullying.
πMajor Works & Achievements
- β¦National Book Foundation Medal
- β¦Sold over 80 million books
- β¦Author of 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret'
π¬Famous Quotes
"Fear is often worse than the reality
"Each of us must confront our own fears, must come face to face with them
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