AWARDS AND HONORS: PSLA Outstanding Pennsylvania Author, 1997. Nominee, Mythopoeic Fantasy Award, 1997. Mystery Writers of America Edgar Allen Poe Awards, 1996, 1995. James Tiptree, Jr. Award, 1995. Carolyn W. Field Award Honor Book, 1995. ALA/YALSA Best Books for Young Adults, 1995. ALA/YALSA Best Books for the Reluctant Young Adult Reader, 1995. IRA Young Adults Choice, 1993. Carolyn W. Field Award Notable Book, 1993. Joan Fassier Memorial Book Award, 1992. Finalist, Hugo Award, 1987. Finalist, World Fantasy Award, 1987. Finalist, Nebula Award, 1986.
REVIEWS: "Witty, whimsical, and enormously appealing..a delight." Kirkus. "Charming, eccentric work where the bright, playful narrative enfolds a thoughtful and significant interior: irresistable." "Kirkus. "...filled with moments of authentic joy and crushing sorrow...engrossing." Publisher's Weekly. " ...gripping and emotional...grounded firmly in today's problems and issues." VOYA. "A deft piece of writing that subtly explores a problem and leaves the reader something to ponder." Horn Book. "Springer gives a clear picture of emotionally ragged lives." Booklist. "Emotionally gripping...well developed...Springer has created a contemporary story for YA's that deals with real problems." School Library Journal. "Springer...navigates the craggy landscape of societal problems with grace." Christian Science Monitor. "Springer...writes with depth and subtlety; her characters have failings as well as strengths, and the topography is as vivid as are the lands of dreams and nightmares." Publishers Weekly.
TEACHER: currently an instructor of creative writing with York College of Pennsylvania.
SPEAKER: a frequent presenter at libraries and writers' conferences.
VISITING AUTHOR: Nancy Springer is a frequent visitor in elementary, middle and high schools, where she enjoys workshopping with young writers.
MISCELLANEOUS: loves horses and frequently writes them into her books. Volunteers with Horseback Riding for the Handicapped and the Wind Ridge Farm Equine Sanctuary. A pushover for kids and animals.
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