Quick Facts About Judy Blume
- Born
- February 12, 1938
- Nationality
- United States
- Profession
- Writer
- Notable works
- Superfudge
- Known for
- Deenie, Double Fudge, Forever..., Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret., Blubber
About Judy Blume
Her best‑known books include Superfudge (1980), Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. (1970), Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing (1972), Deenie (1973), Blubber (1974) and Double Fudge (2002). Her works have significantly contributed to children's and young adult literature, and Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2023.
Awards & Honors
New Jersey Hall of Fame
Carl Sandburg Literary Award
Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters
Ivan Sandrof Lifetime Achievement Award
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Regina Medal
Young Reader's Choice Award
Vermont Golden Dome Book Award
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Library of Congress Living Legend
Margaret Edwards Award
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