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Stephanie S. Tolan
Born 1942 (age 81–82)
Ohio, U.S.
Occupation Children's author
Language English
Nationality American
Education Masters
Alma mater Purdue University
Period 1978–present
Genre Children's literature
Notable works Surviving the Applewhites
Notable awards Newbery Medal Honor

Stephanie S. Tolan (born 1942 in Ohio) is an American author of children's books. Her book Surviving the Applewhites received a Newbery Honor in 2003. She obtained a master's degree in English at Purdue University. Tolan is a senior fellow at the Institute for Educational Advancement. She lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her husband. Her papers are kept at the University of Central Missouri.

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