Angela johnson writer biography
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Angela Johnson (writer)
American children's book author and poet (born )
Angela Johnson (born June 18, ) is an American writer of children's books and poetry, with over 40 books to her credit since beginning her writing career in Her children's picture books are simple yet poetic stories about African-American families, friendships, and common childhood experiences such as moving.
Angela johnson writer biography
Her books for older children revolve around similar themes but also explore deeper issues such as teen pregnancy and divorce. Her characters are realistic and the treatment sensitive, positive, and hopeful. Many of Johnson's books have connections to Alabama and Alabama history.
Early life
Johnson was born in Tuskegee, Alabama, and grew up in Windham, Ohio, with her brother and parents.
She began writing in the fourth grade when her mother gave her a diary for Christmas.[1] Encouraged to write by her parents, in high school Johnson wrote "punk" poetry that was not accepted by her school