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About Judy Blume
Judy Blume began her career as a writer in 1969 when she published her maiden work titled “The One in the Middle is the Green Kangaroo”. Since then, she has published more than 25 novels, which are mostly intended for young adults and children.
Blume’s most popular works include “Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing”, “Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret” and “Deenie”.
Parents
- Esther Sussman (mother)
- Rudolph Sussman (father)
Siblings
- David
Spouses
- John M. Blume (married from 1959 to 1975)
- Thomas A. Kitchens (divorced in 1979)
- George Cooper (married in 1987)
Children
- Randy Lee Blume
- Lawrence Andrew Blume
Education
Blume’s time at Boston University was cut short by an illness. Prior to that, she studied at Battin High School. In 1961, she graduated from the famous New York University with a degree in Education.
Awards
Throughout her career, the American has received lots of awards, which include:
- Eleanor Roosevelt Humanitarian Award (1983)
- American Academy of Achievement (1994) – “Golden Plate Award”
- Margaret A. Edwards Award (1996)
- Her name was included in the renowned New Jersey Hall of Fame in 2010
Trivia
She was born Judith Sussman.
Her novel titled “Tiger Eyes” was turned into a movie in 2012 which features Willa Holland. That same year, she disclosed that she was suffering from breast cancer.
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Famous quotes by Judy Blume
I am a big defender of 'Harry Potter,' and I think any book that gets kids to read are books that we should cherish, we should be thankful for them.Judy Blume
I loved to read, and I think any child who loves to read will read anything, including the back of the cereal box, which I did every morning.Judy Blume
Ideas seem to come from everywhere - my life, everything I see, hear, and read, and most of all, from my imagination. I have a lot of imagination.Judy Blume
Let children read whatever they want and then talk about it with them. If parents and kids can talk together, we won't have as much censorship because we won't have as much fear.Judy Blume
The books that will never be read. And all due to the fear of censorship. As always, young readers will be the real losers.Judy Blume
What I remember when I started to write was how I couldn't wait to get up in the morning to get to my characters.Judy Blume
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F.A.Q. about Judy Blume
When is her birthday?
Judy Blume's birthday is on February 12, 1938.
In how many days is her birthday?
Judy's birthday is in 111 days
How old is she?
She is 83 years old.
Where is Judy from?
She was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey, U.S..
Judy Blume's Popularity
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People born on February 12 fall under the Zodiac sign of Aquarius, the Water Bearer. Judy Blume is the 653rd most popular Aquarius.
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