AUTHOR PROFILE: SHARON M. DRAPER.

Draper, Sharon M. (Sharon Mills), 1948-; Authors; Tears of a Tiger (Book); Forged by Fire (Book); Darkness Before Dawn (Book); Battle of Jericho, The (Book); November Blues (Book); Copper Sun (Book); We Beat the Street: How a Friendship Pact Led to Success (Book)

The article profiles author Sharon M. Draper. It provides a personal background of Draper and an overview of her literary career. Her works include the Hazel High Trilogy "Tears of a Tiger," "Forged by Fire," and "Darkness Before Dawn" as well as "The Battle of Jericho" and "November Blues." Her novels "Copper Sun" and "We Beat the Street" are both acclaimed as "New York Times" bestsellers. Draper's works possessed realistic characterizations of adolescents, authentic teen themes and suspenseful plots. The awards received by Draper are also mentioned.