Cynthia rylant biography

Cynthia Rylant (née Smith; June 6, ) is an American author and librarian. She has written more than children's books including works of fiction (picture books, short stories and novels), nonfiction, and poetry. Rylant has written dozens more volumes about Henry and Mudge. In Henry and Mudge and the Happy Cat she describes the arrival of a scraggly lost kitty to Henry's home. Mudge and the cat form an immediate bond, and the dog is heartbroken when the cat's owner finally claims the kitty; however, Mudge is pleased with the owner's gift of thirty huge. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
Cynthia Rylant attended Morris Harvey College and graduated in After earning her first degree, Cynthia went back to school for a Masters of Art in English degree from Marshall University and a Masters of Library Science degree from Kent Stat e. Awards and Honors that Cynthia Rylant has received include: Newb e ry Honor: A Fine White Dust.