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E. L. Konigsburg was an esteemed American children's literature author, born on February 10, 1930, and passed away on April 19, 2013. Her works are known for their profound themes and unique narrative style, which have won her widespread acclaim.

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Famous E. L. Konigsburg Quotes

“I don't think there is any feeling I like more than the one that someone is glad to see me. —Connor Kane”

Thinking Feelings Glad

Author:E. L. Konigsburg

“Silence does for thinking what a suspension bridge does for space -- it makes connections.”

Thinking Doe Space Silence Connections Bridges Suspension

Book:Silent to the Bone

Source: Silent to the Bone

“Lying in bed just before going to sleep is the worst time for organized thinking; it is the best time for free thinking. Ideas drift like clouds in an undecided breeze, taking first this direction and then that.”

Thinking Inspirational Firsts Ideas Lying Sleep Worst Bed Clouds Organized Breeze Going To Sleep Best Times Free Thinking Undecided Worst Times

Book:From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

Source: From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler

About the Author

Born: February 10, 1930
Died: April 19, 2013
Known for: Writer
Quotes: 50

Books & Sources

The View from SaturdayRelated source material

From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. FrankweilerRelated source material

A Proud Taste for Scarlet and MiniverRelated source material

Silent to the BoneRelated source material

Talk, Talk: A Children's Book Author Speaks to Grown-UpsRelated source material

The Outcasts of 19 Schuyler PlaceRelated source material

Talktalk: a children's book author speaks to grown-upsRelated source material

Throwing ShadowsRelated source material

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