Crescent Dragonwagon

Date of Birth: November 25, 1952

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

Crescent Dragonwagon is a prolific American author known for her diverse body of work that spans across genres including children’s literature, cookbooks, and fiction. Born on November 25, 1952, in New York City, she has made significant contributions to contemporary literature with her unique style and engaging storytelling. Dragonwagon’s career took off with the release of her first children’s book, “Wind Rose,” in 1976, and she has since published over 50 books. Her cookbooks, notably “The Dairy Hollow House Cookbook,” co-authored with her late husband Ned Shank, have also garnered critical acclaim. In addition to her writing, Dragonwagon is a passionate speaker and workshop leader, often teaching writing and creativity courses. She currently resides in Fayetteville, Arkansas, where she continues to write and inspire others with her work.

5 Interesting Facts about Crescent Dragonwagon

1. Crescent Dragonwagon’s birth name is Ellen Zolotow.

2. She co-founded the Dairy Hollow House, a country inn and restaurant, with her late husband Ned Shank.

3. Dragonwagon has won numerous awards, including the Coretta Scott King Award for her book “Half a Moon and One Whole Star.”

4. She is also known for her work as a vegetarian and natural foods advocate.

5. In addition to her writing career, Dragonwagon has taught workshops and classes on writing and creativity for over 30 years.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Crescent Dragonwagon

1. “Writing is both mask and unveiling.”

2. “To write is to be brave, it is to risk exposing one’s innermost thoughts and feelings.”

3. “Cooking is like writing, it’s about creating something from nothing, about nourishing both body and soul.”

4. “Stories are the threads that weave us together as human beings.”

5. “Each book is a journey, a new adventure that takes both the writer and the reader to unexpected places.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

$1 million (estimated)

Children

Crescent Dragonwagon does not have any biological children. However, she has been a mentor and guiding figure to many through her workshops and teaching endeavors.