Author Gary Paulsen Dies: Newbery Honoree Gary Paulsen died on Oct. 13, 2021 at the age of 82 from a sudden illness. Three of his books received Newbery Honors: Hatchet, Dogsong, and The Winter Room. Many of his books were autobiographical, describing his difficult childhood in Minnesota. For more, see: Gary Paulsen, author of 'Hatchet,' has died at 82 : NPR.
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