Christopher Paul Curtis

Christopher Paul Curtis (Bucking the Sarge, Bud, not Buddy, The Mighty Miss Malone, Elijah Of Buxton, Mr. Chickee's Funny Money, Mr. Chickee's Messy Mission, The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963, The Prince and the Pauper)

“To me the highest accolade comes when a young reader tells me, ‘I really liked your book.’ The young seem to be able to say ‘really’ with a clarity, a faith, and an honesty that we as adults have long forgotten. That is why I write.”—Christopher Paul CurtisChristopher Paul Curtis made an outstanding debut in children’s literature with The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963. His second novel, Bud, not Buddy, is the first book ever to receive both the Newbery Medal and the Coretta Scott King Author Award.ABOUT THE AUTHORBorn in Flint, Michigan, Christopher Paul Curtis spent his first 13 years after high school on the assembly line of Flint’s historic Fisher Body Plant # 1. His job entailed hanging car doors, and it left him with an aversion to getting into and out of large automobiles—particularly big Buicks.Curtis’s writing—and his dedication to it—has been greatly influenced by his family members. With grandfathers like Earl “Lefty” Lewis, a Negro Baseball League pitcher, and 1930s bandleader Herman E. Curtis, Sr., of Herman Curtis and the Dusky Devastators of the Depression, it is easy to see why Christopher Paul Curtis was destined to become an entertainer.The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963 tells the story of 10-year-old Kenny and his family, the Weird Watsons of Flint, Michigan, and their unforgettable journey that leads them into one of the darkest moments in American history. It is by turns a hilarious, touching, and tragic story about civil rights and the impact of violence on one family.Curtis’s novel Bud, not Buddy focuses on 10-year-old Bud Caldwell, who hits the road in search of his father and his home. Times may be hard in 1936 Flint, Michigan, but orphaned Bud’s got a few things going for him; he believes his mother left a clue of who his father was—and nothing can stop Bud from trying to find him.PRAISEThe Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963 —A Newbery Honor Book—A Coretta Scott King Honor Book—An ALA Best Book for Young Adults—An ALA Notable Children’s Book—A Booklist 25 Top Black History Picks for Youth—An NCSS-CBC Notable Children’s Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies—A Children’ s Book Committee at Bank Street College Best Book of the Year—A New York Times Best Book—A Publishers Weekly Best Book—A Horn Book Fanfare—A Bulletin Blue Ribbon—The California Young Reader Medal“An exceptional first novel.”—Starred, Publishers Weekly“Ribald humor . . . and a totally believable child’s view of the world will make this book an instant hit.”—Starred, School Library Journal“Startling, innovative, and effective.”—Starred, The BulletinBud, not Buddy—A Newbery Medal Winner—A Coretta Scott King Author Award Winner—An ALA Best Book for Young Adults—An ALA Notable Children’s Book—An IRA Children’s Book Award Winner—An NCSS-CBC Notable Children’s Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies—A School Library Journal Best Book—A Publishers Weekly Best Book—A New York Times Notable Book“Curtis has given a fresh, new look to a traditional orphan-finds-a-home story that would be a crackerjack read-aloud.”—Starred, School Library Journal“Bud’s journey, punctuated by Dickensian twists in plot and enlivened by a host of memorable personalities, will keep readers engrossed from first page to last.”—Starred, Publishers Weekly (toegevoegd uit Random House)… (meer)

If you have an 8 to 12 year old guy who likes to read, or needs help getting excited about reading - this club is for him! We'll be meeting once a month for book-related fun and games, guaranteed to get your guy reading in no time.

Reading of the book is not mandatory prior to the discussion, but purchase of the book, or a $5.00 participation fee are required to be a part of this exciting, new club.

This month's book choice is Mr. Chickee's Messy Mission by Christopher Paul Curtis.

Location: Street: 674 Main Street Additional: Salford Square City: Harleysville, Province: Pennsylvania Postal Code: 19438-1665 Country: United States (toegevoegd uit IndieBound)… (meer)

Born in Flint, Michigan, Christopher Paul Curtis spent his first 13 years after high school on the assembly line of Flint's historic Fisher Body Plant #1. His job entailed hanging car doors, and it left him with an aversion to getting into and out of large automobiles-particularly big Buicks.

Curtis’ writing-and his dedication to it-has been greatly influenced by his family members. With grandfathers like Earl "Lefty" Lewis, a Negro Baseball League pitcher, and 1930s bandleader Herman E. Curtis, Sr., of Herman Curtis and the Dusky Devastators of the Depression, it is easy to see why Christopher Paul Curtis was destined to become an entertainer.

Christopher Paul Curtis made an outstanding debut in children’s s literature with The Watsons Go to Birmingham-1963. His second novel, Bud, Not Buddy, is the first book ever to receive both the Newbery Medal and the Coretta Scott King Author Award.

Christopher Paul Curtis has three children, Steven, Cydney, and Ayaan. He lives in Detroit, MI with his family. • Christopher modeled characters in Bud, Not Buddy after his two amazing grandfathers-Earl “Lefty” Lewis, a Negro Baseball League pitcher, and 1930s bandleader Herman E. Curtis, Sr., of Herman Curtis and the Dusky Devastators of the Depression. • Christopher Paul Curtis is a great reader, but as a youth he could not find books “that were about me.” • After high school, Christopher spent 13 years on the assembly line of the Fisher Body plant, hanging 80-pound car doors on Buicks (while attending college at night!). He wrote during his breaks to escape the noise of the factory. • Christopher took a year off from work to write The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963. He sat in the children’s room of the Windsor Public Library and wrote in longhand. His son Steven typed his father’s drafts into their computer and served as first reader. The book won many awards, including a Newbery Honor and a Coretta Scott King Honor. It has become a classic, and a perennial favorite with readers of all ages.

Location: Street: 2513 Jackson Ave City: Ann Arbor, Province: Michigan Postal Code: 48103-3818 Country: United States (toegevoegd uit IndieBound)… (meer)

What better way to spend time with your children than by reading books? Parents and their children in 2nd to 5th grade are welcome to join our Parent & Child Book Club Group. We meet every 6 weeks on a Sunday afternoon at 2pm. We discuss our book selections over hands on crafts and activities that bring the books to life!

Please join us for The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 by Christopher Paul Curtis. New members are always welcome!

Our book clubs are open to the community. You may either purchase the book (a 20% book club discount will be applied), or pay a $5.00 participation fee.

Location: Street: 674 Main Street Additional: Salford Square City: Harleysville, Province: Pennsylvania Postal Code: 19438-1665 Country: United States (toegevoegd uit IndieBound)… (meer)

In Curtis’s Newbery Award-winning novel Bud, not Buddy, Bud met a girl named Deza Malone. This book is her story. Deza is the smartest girl in her class in Gary, Indiana, and her teachers predict she will do great things. But the Depression hits the Malone family hard, and after Deza’s father leaves to find work, the rest of the family follow, ending up in a Michigan Hooverville. Ages 10-14

Street: 5015 Connecticut Ave NW City: Washington, Province: District Of Columbia Postal Code: 20008 Country: United States (toegevoegd uit IndieBound)… (meer)

HE'S BEEN RESCHEDULED AND IS COMING BACK! Now you have a 2nd chance to meet this FANTASTIC AUTHOR!

We are so pleased to host a visit from Newbery Winner, Christopher

Paul Curtis as he introduces his newest novel for young readers, Miss Mighty Malone.

Set in the Midwest during the Great Depression, Curtis’s novel focuses on 12-year-old Deza Malone (first introduced in Bud, not Buddy) and her family as they struggle to survive during the rough economic times that have been handed to them. In 320 memorable pages, Curtis packs humor, heartbreak, turbulence, and love as readers follow the smart and sassy Deza and her journey to reunite her displaced family once and for all. With over 4.5 million copies of Christopher Paul Curtis’s books sold in print, ebook and audiobook formats (Random House imprints only), this latest novel is a welcome addition for all Curtis fans, as well as new readers. Deza Malone is the smartest girl in her class, and dreams of going to college and becoming a teacher. But the Depression has hit Gary, Indiana hard, and her father has been unable to find any work. Forced to leave the state to search for a job, the Malone family finds themselves on a journey to Michigan, in the hopes of meeting up with Deza’s father and being together again. Soon, Deza’s brother Jimmy finds profitable work as a singer in the Chicago area, and Deza and her mother are left to keep the Malone family as intact as possible. After all, they don’t call Deza “The Mighty Miss Malone” for nothing. Rich with historical facts and details of the time, The Mighty Miss Malone is a story of family, determination, and survival that will keep readers riveted to the pages of this exceptional story. Curtis’s first book with a female protagonist will appeal to both boys and girls, all of whom will love Deza and all of the Malones. Curtis says “I fell in love with this imperfect, caring, bright little girl, who has learned to cope with so much pain”, and readers will too.

The motto of the Malone family is “We are a family on a journey to a place called Wonderful

Mr. Curtis will be giving a 30 minute presentation followed by a Q&A. Teachers will be eligible to receive ACT 48 Credit.

Tickets will be free with the purchase of Miss Mighty Malone.

If you cannot attend this event, but would like a personalized, signed copy, please contact the store to make arrangements.

Location: Street: 674 Main Street Additional: Salford Square City: Harleysville, Province: Pennsylvania Postal Code: 19438-1665 Country: United States (toegevoegd uit IndieBound)… (meer)

Christopher Paul Curtis spreekt over The Mighty Miss Malone.

"We are a family on a journey to a place called wonderful" is the motto of Deza Malone's family. Deza is the smartest girl in her class in Gary, Indiana, singled out by teachers for a special path in life. But the Great Depression hit Gary hard, and there are no jobs for black men. When her beloved father leaves to find work, Deza, Mother, and her older brother Jimmie go in search of him, and end up in a Hooverville outside Flint, Michigan. Jimmie's beautiful voice inspires him to leave the camp to be a performer, while Deza and Mother find a new home, and cling to the hope that they will find Father. The twists and turns of their story reveal the devastation of the Depression and prove that Deza truly is the Mighty Miss Malone. Meet the Author: CHRISTOPHER PAUL CURTIS is the bestselling author of Bud, Not Buddy, winner of the Newbery Medal and the Coretta Scott King Medal, among many other honors. His first novel, The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963, was also singled out for many awards, among them a Newbery Honor and a Coretta Scott King Honor. (jasbro)… (meer)

Chicago Public Library spreekt over Elijah of Buxton.

(Registration Required) Participants will meet to discuss Elijah of Buxton by Christopher Paul Curtis. Reserve a book online or ask a librarian place a book on hold for you. Please call the Children's Department at 312-744-7616, extension 3 to register. Advance registration required by January 14. (bookjones)… (meer)