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Ellen Raskin (March 13, 1928 – August 8, 1984) was an American children's writer and illustrator. She won the 1979 Newbery Medal for The Westing Game, a mystery novel, and another children's mystery, Figgs & Phantoms, was a Newbery Honor Book in 1975.
Ellen Raskin was a writer, illustrator, and designer. She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and grew up during the Great Depression. She primarily wrote for children. She received the 1979 Newbery Medal for her 1978 book, The Westing Game.
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Jun 1, 1978 · The Westing Game, by Ellen Raskin, is an extremely horrible clue-chasing mystery. The books main events take place in a 5-story apartment called Sunset Towers and the Westing Estate. The book takes place in Michigan around 1975.
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American author and illustrator Ellen Raskin created fun pictures and text that made her popular among young readers. She was the recipient of the Newbery Medal for the mystery book The Westing Game (1978).
Learn about the life and work of Ellen Raskin, a prolific illustrator and author of children's books, including the Newbery Medal winner The Westing Game. Explore her influences, awards, and legacy on eNotes.
Ellen Raskin was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and grew up during the Great Depression. She was the author of several novels, including the Newbery Medal-winning The Westing Game, the Newbery Honor-winning Figgs & Phantoms, The Tattooed Potato and other clues, and The Mysterious Disappearance of Leon (I Mean Noel).
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Ellen Raskin has 57 books on Goodreads with 439262 ratings. Ellen Raskin’s most popular book is The Westing Game.
