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Lauren Tarshis is an American author and editor best known for her 'I Survived' series, which brings historical events to life for young readers. She is also the editor of Scholastic’s 'Storyworks' magazine and has written several novels for children.
Known for: I Survived: The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912
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I Survived: The Sinking of the Titanic, 1912
The first book in the 'I Survived' series follows a young boy named George Calder who boards the Titanic with his aunt and sister. When the ship hits an iceberg, George must use his courage and quick thinking to survive one of the most infamous disasters in history.
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A Voyage of Wonders
When George Calder stepped onto the RMS Titanic with his Aunt Daisy and sister Phoebe, he thought it was the grandest adventure of his life. A boy from New York, full of energy and questions, George saw the Titanic not just as a ship, but as a floating city of dreams. The echo of footsteps on polish...
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Curiosity and Consequence
George’s curiosity, the hallmark of his personality, is also his greatest source of trouble. He sneaks into corridors reserved for crew, peers into the boiler rooms, and tests every boundary Aunt Daisy sets. At first, his mischief feels innocent—just the whims of a boy dazzled by newfound freedom. B...
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About Lauren Tarshis
Lauren Tarshis is an American author and editor best known for her 'I Survived' series, which brings historical events to life for young readers. She is also the editor of Scholastic’s 'Storyworks' magazine and has written several novels for children.
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Lauren Tarshis is an American author and editor best known for her 'I Survived' series, which brings historical events to life for young readers. She is also the editor of Scholastic’s 'Storyworks' magazine and has written several novels for children.
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