Subject: Children's authors--20th century - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Lloyd Alexander papers, 1941-1995 (inclusive)

Extent:: 24.8 linear feet
Abstract:: This collection contains the literary papers of author Lloyd Alexander, dating from 1941-1995. Drafts, proofs, and planning notes for Alexander's writings, together with correspondence relating to his books, make up the bulk of the collection; other types of materials present include drawings, newspaper clippings, and advertisements. Titles represented include The Marvelous Misadventures of Sebastian, The First Two Lives of Lukas-Kasha, Westmark, the first five Vesper Holly adventures, and all of the Prydain chronicles.

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]

Aliki papers, 1962-1975 (inclusive)

Extent:: 7.02 linear feet
Abstract:: The Aliki papers (1962-1975) consist of a book, color separations, dummies, illustrations, and text layouts for five of the children's books she illustrated: Averages, Birds at Night, My Five Senses, The Story of William Penn, and This is the House Where Jack Lives.

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]

Jim Arnosky illustrations, 1976-1978 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.1 linear feet (1 envelope)
Abstract:: This collection contains original illustrations by the naturalist and children’s book author and illustrator Jim Arnosky. The illustrations include color separations and drawings. Six titles are represented, including Arnosky’s first book I Was Born in a Tree and Raised by Bees (1977).

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]

Barbara Baumgartner papers, 1989-1994 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:: This collection includes drafts, notes, and source material by the author, children’s librarian, and professional storyteller Barbara Baumgartner, for her book Crocodile! Crocodile! Stories Told Around the World (1994). The collection also includes correspondence between Baumgartner and her literary agent, and puppets used in the performance of one of the folktales.

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]

Corydon Bell illustrations, 1954-1964 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.2 linear feet
Abstract:: This collection contains twenty sheets of final art and one published copy of the book Snow (1954), written by Thelma Harrington Bell and illustrated by Corydon Bell.

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]

Freda Pastor Berkowitz proofs, 1963-1967 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.34 linear feet
Abstract:: Freda Pastor Berkowitz (1908-1994) was a Philadelphia-area pianist, music teacher, and author. The collection consists of galley proofs and folded and gathered sheets for On Lutes, Recorders, and Harpsichords (1967) and plate proofs for Unfinished Symphony (1963).

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]

Emma L. Brock notes and illustrations, 1958 (inclusive)

Extent:: 0.01 linear feet
Abstract:: The collection contains three color separations for page 27 of Skipping Island (1958) by Emma L. Brock, with an identifying note.

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]

Marcia Brown papers, circa 1969

Extent:: 0.83 linear feet
Abstract:: Marcia Brown is an author and illustrator known for her children’s books and illustrated folktales. The collection consists of dummies, an original print, and a carved wood block for How, Hippo! (1969).

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]

Virginia Lee Burton papers, circa 1954-1962 (inclusive)

Extent:: 12.5 linear feet
Abstract:: This collection consists of sketches, artwork, illustrations, dummies, galleys, typescripts, and color separations created by Virginia Lee Burton for the book Life Story (1962).

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]

Donald Ewin Cooke papers, 1947-1956 (inclusive)

Extent:: 1.67 linear feet
Abstract:: Donald Cooke was a Philadelphia-area children’s book author and illustrator and the founder of the Edraydo publishing house. The Donald Ewin Cooke papers include original art for Sorcerer’s Apprentice (1947), a character doll and book jacket final art for The Silver Horn of Robin Hood (1956), and the final art by Henry Clarence Pitz for the Valley of Rebellion book jacket.

Held at: Free Library of Philadelphia: Children's Literature Research Collection [Contact Us]

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