Gordon Korman
Gordon Korman
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Gordon Korman was born in Montreal, Quebec. In 1970, he relocated with his parents to Thornhill, Ontario. In 7th grade, he wrote a work that went on to become his first novel in a school writing assignment. It was published under the title This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall in 1978, when Korman was 14 years old. He wrote and published another four books while in high school.
After high school, he moved to New York City where he studied film and film writing at New York University. In 1985 he received his B.A. in Dramatic and Visual Writing. He has written more than 75 books. He lives in Great Neck, New York, with his wife and three children.
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Gordon Korman is widely recognized for his prolific output of humorous and engaging books for young readers, often featuring relatable characters navigating school and social challenges. He is particularly noted for his ability to capture the authentic voice of middle schoolers.
For readers new to Gordon Korman, a good starting point is often the "Macdonald Hall" series, which began with This Can't Be Happening at Macdonald Hall. Another popular entry point is the "Swindle" series, known for its heist-like plots and ensemble casts.
Several of Gordon Korman's books have been adapted. His novel Swindle was made into a television movie, and the "Macdonald Hall" series was adapted into a Canadian television show called "Bruno & Boots."
Gordon Korman primarily publishes under his own name. While he is sometimes informally referred to as G. Korman, he does not use a distinct pen name for his published works.