Author. His first published novel, "Woman of Spain," appeared in 1934. After World War II, he wrote his second novel, "Hill of the Hawk," which was published in 1947. He collaborated with an ex-convict to write "Man Alone," which was published in 1953. His third novel, "The Sea is Red," appeared in 1958. In 1960, "Island of the Blue Dolphins" launched him on a new career. The book became a best-seller. It won the American Library Association's Newbery Medal, as well as a half-dozen other awards. During the next 29 years, Scott wrote another 25 books for young readers.
Author. His first published novel, "Woman of Spain," appeared in 1934. After World War II, he wrote his second novel, "Hill of the Hawk," which was published in 1947. He collaborated with an ex-convict to write "Man Alone," which was published in 1953. His third novel, "The Sea is Red," appeared in 1958. In 1960, "Island of the Blue Dolphins" launched him on a new career. The book became a best-seller. It won the American Library Association's Newbery Medal, as well as a half-dozen other awards. During the next 29 years, Scott wrote another 25 books for young readers.
Bio by: William R. Cavins
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