Shutta Crum

AmericanYoung Adult (YA)Poetry

Shutta Crum is a children's author, poet, storyteller, lecturer, and retired librarian. Born in Paintsville, Kentucky, she now lives in Michigan. Her work spans various formats, including picture books, middle-grade novels, and poetry for adults. Crum's writing is often influenced by her Appalachian heritage and her experiences as a librarian and educator. She has received numerous awards and recognitions for her contributions to children's literature and poetry.

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Awards

["Michigan Library Association's Award of Merit as Youth Librarian of the Year (2002)", 'Royal Palm Literary Awards (8)', "Gold Royal Palm Literary Award for chapbook 'When You Get Here'", "HEART Award for 'A Church by the Sea'", 'Pushcart Prize nominee']

Notable Works

['Thunder-Boomer!', 'Mine!', 'Uh-Oh!', 'Thomas and the Dragon Queen', "Mouseling's Words", 'Spitting Image', 'My Mountain Song', 'Dozens of Cousins', 'When You Get Here', 'Meet Me Out There']