Suzanne Buckingham Slade is the author of over 60 books for children. Her works include picture books, biographies, as well as titles about animals, sports, and nature.
Ms. Slade holds a Mechanical Engineering degree and worked in the engineering field several years before starting her writing career. She lives near Chicago with her husband, Mike, and two children, Christina and Patrick. Ms. Slade spends most days doing what she loves – dreaming up new story ideas, reading new children’s books, researching, and best of all – writing! She also enjoys visiting schools and sharing her love of books.
What's New?
Ms. Slade's picture book, What's New at the Zoo? (illustrated by Joan Waites) will be released July '09.
Susan B. Anthony-Fighter for Freedom and Equality (illustrated by Craig Orback) was named to the 2008 Amelia Bloomer Recommended Titles list.
Upcoming Picture Books:
What's the Difference (Sylvan Dell, Spring 2010)
Abraham's Steps (Albert Whitman, Fall 2010)
The House That George Built (Charlesbridge, 2011)
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