births
February 12, 1938
Judy Blume, American author and educator
Judy Blume
Judith Blume is an American writer of children's, young adult, and adult fiction. Blume began writing in 1959 and has published more than 26 novels. Among her best-known works are Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. (1970), Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing (1972), Deenie (1973), and Blubber (1974). Blume's books have significantly contributed to children's and young adult literature. She was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine in 2023.
February 12
February 12 is the 43rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 322 days remain until the end of the year.