Wendelin Van Draanen
Children's
Self Help
Young Adult
Wendelin Van Draanen is an accomplished author of over 30 novels for young readers and teens.
Her most notable works include the Edgar-winning Sammy Keyes series and Flipped, which was adapted into a feature film.
Van Draanen's writing often explores themes of personal growth, overcoming challenges, and the disability experience.
She draws from her 15 years of experience as a classroom teacher to create relatable characters and stories.
Van Draanen's recent memoir and writing guide, Hope in the Mail, aims to inspire aspiring writers.
She resides in California with her husband and has two sons.
