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Alberta Powell Graham Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MsC0615
Abstract

A writer of biographies for children (on Columbus, Clara Barton, Lafayette and LaSalle, among others), Mrs. Graham also published more than 300 songs and Strike Up the Band! (1949), a collection of short biographies of American band musicians. Both her books and songs are represented in her papers.

Dates: 1945-1955

Edwin L. Sabin Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MsC0688
Abstract

Novelist. Correspondence, scrapbooks, subject files, preliminary drafts of his writings.

Dates: 1870-1952

Henry Gregor Felsen Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MsC0601
Abstract

Novelist, story writer and author of children's books, including Hot Rod, a best-seller for 30 years. Correspondence and literary manuscripts.

Dates: 1942-1970

Iowa Authors Manuscripts Collection

 Collection
Identifier: MsC0869
Abstract

Includes manuscripts, galley proofs, page proofs, dust jackets, and other miscellany associated with publications of many Iowa Authors.

Dates: 1888-1990

Keith Robertson Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MsC0684
Abstract

Subject files documenting Robertson's literary career, including typescript drafts of Henry Reed's Big Show (1958) and The Crow and the Castle (1967). There are also folders of correspondence, research, royalty statements, etc., all relating to the writing and publishing of his children's books and short stories. Iowa Author Mss.

Dates: 1941-1991

Mary Huiskamp Calhoun

 Collection
Identifier: msc0577
Abstract

Well-known children's author. This collection consists of several versions of her manuscript for Magic in the Alley. This collection has become part of the Iowa Authors Manuscript Collection, MsC869.

Dates: 1964-1968

Nancy Veglahn Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MsC0713
Abstract

Author of numerous books for young adults, many on science subjects. Collection includes manuscripts and correspondence about, among other titles, Follow the Golden Goose (1971) and Coils, Magnets and Rings (1976).

Dates: 1964-1976

Velma Ford Morrison Papers

 Collection
Identifier: MsC0662
Abstract

Author of books for children, president of the Morrison Book Company. Correspondence, preliminary drafts and art work for her books including There's Only One You (1978) and Going On a Dig (1981).

Dates: 1953 - 1982

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