John coy author biography
- Graduating from Saint John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota, he later received his Master of Arts degree in children and creativity from St. Mary's University in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- John Coy. author • speaker • educator.
- John Richard Coy is an American children's and young adult author.
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John Coy Papers
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Identifier: CLRC-1329
Scope and Contents
This collection contains materials related to over a dozen books published by John Coy, including novels and picture books. The materials include typescripts, proofs, correspondence, research, and related items.
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Open for use in the Elmer L. Andersen Library reading room.
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Biographical / Historical
John Coy was born in 1958 and is the award-winning author of books for young adults, middle grade grade readers, and children. He lives in Minneapolis, MN.
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"About John Coy." John Coy personal
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“A moving story”
—Booklist
“A very interesting and well-illustrated biography”
—School Library Journal
Gap Life
“This is a wonderful story that captivates you from
the very beginning. You will start and end the story
with a smile. Cray’s voice is unique and draws readers
in through funny and realistic moments.
Highly Recommended”
—School Library Connection
Their Great Gift:
Courage, Sacrifice, and Hope in a New Land
“A heartfelt reminder of a significant American ideal.” —Kirkus Reviews
“A visual smorgasbord that informs young readers—and reminds older ones—
how the United States was and continues to be made.”—Publishers Weekly
“An attractive and inspiring look at immigration to the United States,
sure to spark discussions at home or in the classroom.”—School Library Journal
4 for 4 Middle Grade Series
“Coy effortlessly captures the voices of boys on the verge of adolescence. Gripping play-by-p
John CoyAmerican writer (born 1958)
John Richard Coy (born August 9, 1958) is an American children's and young adult author. He writes picture books, young adult novels and the 4 for 4 middle-grade series. He is best known for his books on basketball, Strong to the Hoop, Around the World, and Hoop Genius as well as Night Driving, Their Great Gift, and his coming-of-age novel, Crackback. He lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota and visits schools around the world. BiographyEarly lifeBorn in Minneapolis, Minnesota, John Richard Coy was the oldest of four children. His parents were both educators: Coy's father taught college history and his mother taught high school English. Graduating from Saint John's University in Collegeville Copyright ©spyalley.pages.dev 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||