Literature is a widely complex world. There are many genres that exist, which contains the finest literary works. Sometimes these categories become a little too similar to each other. It is because some stories have the same aspects as the other, as well as plenty of books fall into two or more classification. Fable and fiction for example, the most notable trait of fable are its usage of animals, inanimate objects, and nonliving characters; but, fiction also utilizes these beings or things in its text. Both genres are also pigment of the writer’s imagination that is why one can be confused for the other.
There have been many literary pieces that showcases courageous and amazing animals as protagonists. Examples of well-known animal characters in the literary word are Babe, Marley, Stuart Little, Baloo, and more. At some point in the lives of reader’s they have become their superheroes or role models for they represent and live up to different life values. They also bring something new to the table because most literary works showcase strong male and female human characters; thus, making literature more engaging avenue for learning and entertainment. Moreover, listed below are the promising authors of fiction novels with amazing animal main characters that you might not miss checking out.
Lynda Hamblen
Lynda Hamblen is the author of the novel called William and Tibby Forever. Her book is all about two cats named William and Tibby. These cats lived together and always got each other’s back. They were partners in everything; however, their peaceful living was shook after William unfortunately died. William continued his quests in heaven while Tibby was left grieving but had no choice other than continue his life without William by his side. Hamblen wrote this heartwarming novel after realizing that she has been living a happy life along with cats. She took inspiration from these canines and began writing a book pertaining a cat’s perception about life, heaven, and forever. Moreover, Lynda is currently residing in a small gray house found on top of a hill that is in a farm just outside Union City, Tennessee. She lives there along with her husband and her cat named Elvira. Aside from being a novelist, she is also an excellent poet and essayist.
Yann Martel
Yann Martel is a successful Spanish-born Canadian novelist. He was born in Salamanca, Spain on June 25, 1963 with parents Nicole Perron and Émile Martel. He is the promising author of many books including The Life of Pi, Beatrice and Virgil, and The High Mountains of Portugal. He attended Trent University and is currently residing in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. The Life of Pi is one of Martel’s successful books. It has sold 12 million and more copies all over the world and has conquered The New York Times, The Globe and Mail, and other bestselling lists for more than one year. The Life of Pi continued its success for it has been the recipient of the Man Booker Prize award and was even adapted into film with the same title. The film that was based on Martel’s book was directed by Ang Lee and has swept four Oscars awards and won the Best Original Score of the Golden Globe Award.
Kate DiCamillo
Katrnina Elizabeth DiCamillo, also known as Kate DiCamillo, is an accomplished novelist born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 25, 1964. Her books are commonly under children’s fiction but are intended for all reading levels. She was awarded with two Newberry Medals for her books The Tale of Despereaux and Flora & Ulysses. DiCamillo’s success in the literary world has become greater for she was given more recognition for writing heartwarming books. Some of the awards given to DiCamillo are the 2000 Jossette Frank Award for her book Because of Winn-Dixie, 1998 McKnight Artist Fellowship for Writers, 2019 Regina Medal, and more. Moreover, the Library of Congress appointed her to be the U.S National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature. Her term began in 2014 and ended in 2015.
Fred Gipson
Frederick Benjamin Gipson, popularly known as Fred Gipson, is an established author. He was born on February 7, 1908 on a farm close to Mason in the Texas Hill Country. His parents are Beck Gipson and Emma Deishler. Having born in a farm, Gipson has done a lot of jobs that revolve around farming and ranching. In the year 1933, he decided to enroll himself in the University of Texas. That was the time he began writing his pieces called Daily Texan and The Ranger; however, he was unable to graduate for he left the university to be a news journalist. One of his well-known book is the Old Yeller, which was awarded with the Newberry honor. The book was also adapted in film by Walt Disney Studios in the year 1957. The novel was set in Texas Hill Country during the 1860s right after American Civil War happened. The story follows a 14-year-old Travis Coates and a stray dog Old Yeller.
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