Steve Sheinkin is an award-winning American author best known for his engaging nonfiction books for young readers, primarily focused on American history. His work often delves into historical events and figures, bringing them to life with a narrative style that is accessible and entertaining while remaining meticulously researched.
Sheinkin started his career writing textbooks, but he found the format limiting and eventually transitioned to writing full-length nonfiction books where he could explore history in a more vivid and exciting way. Some of his most notable works include:
- “Bomb: The Race to Build—and Steal—the World’s Most Dangerous Weapon” (2012): This book, which tells the story of the atomic bomb’s development and espionage during World War II, won the Newbery Honor, the National Book Award finalist distinction, and the Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award.
- “The Notorious Benedict Arnold” (2010): A biography of the infamous American traitor, it earned Sheinkin the YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults.
- “The Port Chicago 50” (2014): This book details the story of African American sailors who protested unsafe working conditions during World War II, helping to advance the civil rights movement. It was a National Book Award finalist.
- Hardcover Book
- Sepetys, Ruta (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 400 Pages – 10/08/2024 (Publication Date) – Viking Books for Young Readers (Publisher)
His latest book, released in 2024, is “The Bletchley Riddle” with Ruta Sepetys.
Sheinkin’s work is praised for its thrilling, story-driven approach to historical events, making history more relatable and engaging for younger audiences.
Beyond these titles, Steve Sheinkin continues to write about lesser-known but fascinating moments in American history, inspiring readers to think critically about the past. His storytelling bridges the gap between history and entertainment, making him one of the leading authors of historical nonfiction for young readers today.
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Books by Steve Sheinkin available on Amazon.com:
- Hardcover Book
- Sheinkin, Steve (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 352 Pages – 09/07/2021 (Publication Date) – Roaring Brook Press (Publisher)
