Author - A True Story

So Begins The Story Of Helen Lester, Author Of Tacky The Penguin And Many Other Popular Books For Children. By Sharing Her Struggles As A Child And Later As A Successful Author, She Demonstrates That Hurdles Are Part Of The Process. She Even Gives Writing Tips, Such As Keeping A "Fizzle Box." Helen Lester Uses Her Unique Ability To Laugh At Her Mistakes To Create Both A Guide For Young Writers And An Amusing Personal Story Of The Disappointments And Triumphs Of A Writer's Life.