George Sullivan writes books of fact, history, and biography for children and young adults. He has more than one hundred titles to his credit. They cover a wide range of topics, from auto racing to hydroponics, from the Civil War to civil engineering. Publishers Weekly said that Sullivan “has mastered the art of writing simply and directly, making complex subjects understandable and interesting.” Photography and photographers have been topics of his recent books. His interest in photography goes beyond just writing about it. He sometimes takes the photos that are used to illustrate his work. George Sullivan lives in New York City with his wife. He is a member of of PEN, the Authors Guild, and the Society of Writers and Illustrators of Children's Book.
AWARDS:
BUILT TO LAST (Scholastic, 2005)--Named an Honor Book by James Madison Society
Selected by the National Council of Teachers for its Orbis PictusRecommended Reading List
Selected by the National Teachers Associatuion
Selected by the National Teachers
Associatuion, Children's Book Council, as an "Outstanding Science
Trade Book
Main Selection, Book of the Month Club.
2006 Maine Lupine Award Honor Book in the YA category (chosen by Maine State Library Association) for BERENICE ABBOTT, PHOTOGRAPHER: AN INDEPENDENT VISION