About Carol Fenner
Lived 1929 – 2002 (aged 72). Carol Fenner was an American writer and children's writer.
Carol Elizabeth Fenner (September 30, 1929 – February 16, 2002) was an American children's writer.
Fenner's book Gorilla-Gorilla won a Christopher Award and The Skates of Uncle Richard won honors from the Coretta Scott King Award. In addition, she was twice a runner-up for the Newbery Award: once each for Gorilla-Gorilla and Yolonda's Genius. Just prior to her death, Yolonda's Genius was optioned by a major studio for possible production of a movie for television.
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Who was Carol Fenner?
American children's writer
When was Carol Fenner born?
Carol Fenner was born on 30 September 1929 in North Hornell.
When did Carol Fenner die?
Carol Fenner died on 16 February 2002 in Battle Creek.
What was Carol Fenner's occupation?
Carol Fenner was a writer and children's writer.
What nationality was Carol Fenner?
Carol Fenner was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Carol Fenner. https://biography.guide/carol-fenner/
MLA: "Carol Fenner." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/carol-fenner/.
Chicago: "Carol Fenner." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/carol-fenner/.
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