Patricia MacLachlan, affectionately known as Patty, is a highly acclaimed American author of children's literature, whose life's work has been marked by a profound impact on the literary landscape. Born on March 3, 1938, she has since evolved into a towering figure within the world of children's writing. MacLachlan's crowning achievement is undoubtedly the 1986 Newbery Medal-winning novel Sarah, Plain and Tall, a timeless masterpiece that has been brought to life on the small screen in a captivating TV movie adaptation. This critically acclaimed production boasts a stellar cast, featuring the incomparable Glenn Close and the talented Christopher Walken, further solidifying the novel's enduring appeal.
MacLachlan's remarkable literary achievements are merely one facet of her multifaceted personality, as she is also a tireless champion of literacy, literature, and libraries, dedicating her time and expertise to furthering the advancement of these vital pursuits.
She occupies a position on the board of the National Children's Book and Literacy Alliance, a prestigious national not-for-profit organization that is unwaveringly committed to promoting and protecting the essential causes of literacy, literature, and libraries, thereby ensuring that these fundamental aspects of our society continue to thrive and flourish.
