Lurlene McDaniel collection, 1984-2018, Date acquired: 01/29/2019
Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- McDaniel, Lurlene (1944-)
- Abstract:
- This collection consists of materials related to Lurlene McDaniel's career as an author of young adult fiction. Included are documents related to McDaniel's published works, as well as her many appearances as a guest speaker.
- Extent:
- 1.5 Linear Feet
- 3 boxes
- Language:
- English
- Preferred citation:
Lurlene McDaniel collection, USF Libraries - Tampa Special Collections, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL.
Background
- Scope and content:
Included in the collection are the following materials of Lurlene McDaniel's young adult fiction career: advertisements, awards, items related to publishing, book covers, book reviews, publicity and promotional materials, biographical articles, misc. writings, conference programs, documents related to guest appearances, VHS tapes, original paintings, etc.
- Biographical / historical:
Lurlene McDaniel is an American author of young adult fiction, with more than 70 titles to her name. McDaniel's work frequently portrays teens dealing chronic and terminal illness, themes inspired by McDaniel's son being diagnosed with juvenile diabetes. McDaniel is an alumna of the University of South Florida, from which she obtained a B.A. in English.
- Acquisition information:
Lurlene McDaniel
Donation.
- Arrangement:
Materials are arranged according to type.
- Rules or conventions:
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Access and use
- Terms of access:
None. The contents of the collection may be subject to copyright. Visit the United States Copyright Office's website at http://www.copyright.gov/ for more information.
- Preferred citation:
Lurlene McDaniel collection, USF Libraries - Tampa Special Collections, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL.
- Location of this collection:
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The University of South Florida, Tampa Campus4202 East Fowler Ave. LIB122TampaFL33620-5400USA
