Hilary McKay
English children's writer
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Summary
Hilary McKay was born on June 12, 1959[1], in Boston[2]. She has worked as a writer[3], novelist[4], author[5], biochemist[6], and children's writer[7]. She ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (167 views/month, #7,285 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom[9]
- Native language: English[10]
- Occupation: young adult author[11]
- Field of work: children's and young adult literature[12]
- Educated at: University of St Andrews[13]
- Award received: Guardian Children's Fiction Prize[14], Nestlé Children's Book Prize[15]
- Sex or gender: female[16]
- Family name: McKay[17]
- Given name: Hilary[18]
- Official website: http://www.hilarymckay.co.uk/[19]
- Floruit: January 1, 1994[20]
- Described by source: Iedereen Leest[21], Lexicon van de jeugdliteratuur[22]
- Nominated for: Guardian Children's Fiction Prize[23], Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Children's Literature[24]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[25]
- Maintained by WikiProject: Wikiproject Iedereen Leest[26]
- P14750: BEBA-D01F-3A92-0223-06A4[27]
Why It Matters
Hilary McKay has Wikipedia articles in 6 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[28] She is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[29]
FAQs
Where was Hilary McKay born?
Hilary McKay was born in Boston[2].
What did Hilary McKay do for work?
Hilary McKay worked as a writer[3], novelist[4], author[5], biochemist[6], and children's writer[7].
Where did Hilary McKay go to school?
Hilary McKay was educated at University of St Andrews[13].
What awards did Hilary McKay receive?
Honors received include Guardian Children's Fiction Prize[14] and Nestlé Children's Book Prize[15].