Richard Peck

(1934–2018) Writer United States

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Richard Peck was a writer from the United States, best known for A Long Way from Chicago.

Quick Facts About Richard Peck

American young adult novelist (1934–2018).

Newbery Medal Edgar Awards National Humanities Medal Margaret Edwards Award

Because nobody but a reader ever became a writer.

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If you're going to read minds, start with a simple one.

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But put two librarians' heads together, and mountains move.

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“A solider must leave someone behind,' she said. 'What men do best is walk away from women. Wars are handy for that.”

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