Peg Kehret, born Margaret Ann Schulze on November 11, 1936, is a renowned American author, primarily known for her captivating children's literature. Overcoming adversity at a young age, Peg defeated three types of polio at the age of 12. Despite this challenge, she blossomed into a successful author, crafting books for children, young adults, and adults, and earning over fifty awards throughout her illustrious career.
Peg Kehret writes middle grade fiction and non-fiction, often incorporating animals into her stories due to her lifelong love for them. Many of her protagonists are inspired by her experiences as a twelve-year-old.
A devoted volunteer in animal rescue, Peg co-authored three books with Pete the Cat. Her literary journey began with writing radio commercials, plays, and magazine stories, along with two non-fiction adult books, before publishing her first children's book, Winning Monologs for Young Actors, in 1985.
Throughout her career, Peg has amassed numerous accolades, including state Young Reader awards, the PEN Center Award in Children’s Literature, the Golden Kite Award, and the Henry Bergh Award from the ASPCA. She is also a dedicated volunteer for animal welfare causes, assisting organizations like Left Behind K-9 Rescue and the Northwest Spay Neuter Center.
Peg lives in a log house on a ten-acre wildlife sanctuary near Mount Rainier National Park, where she enjoys reading, cheering for the Seattle Seahawks and Mariners, working puzzles, and baking cookies. As the steward for a Little Free Library, she continues to foster her love for literature with her cat, Lovey.