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Gary Paulsen (1939-2021)

Well-known for his wildlife and survival writing, Gary Paulsen was a titan in middle grade literature, but also wrote for teens and adults. Read more about his legacy and how he affected his readers, or celebrate his life and work with one of the following titles.

Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
Also available in: e-book | audiobook | e-audiobook | large print
Also available in: e-book | e-audiobook
Also available in: e-book

This movie was inspired by Gary Paulsen's Winterdance, his story of the Iditarod.

For Gary Paulsen's complete list of works at the Canton Public Library, try an author search.