Judy Blume is one of America's most popular authors of books for teens and adults. Fans of her work may not be aware, however, that this successful author was a wife and a mother before she tested her writing abilities. Blume's perseverance eventually landed this keenly observant author a publishing contract. Readers have laughed at the adventures of Peter Hatcher and his brother, Fudge, in "Blume's Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing", and preteen readers found the trials and tribulations of puberty eased by reading "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret" or "Then Again, Maybe I Won't". Blume's characters convey how it truly feels to be a teenager facing doubts, fears, and anxiety about life. This new edition brings readers up to date on this active author.