Kevin Major (born September 12, 1949) is a Canadianchildren's author who lives in St. John's, Newfoundland. He was born in Stephenville, Newfoundland and grew up there, later moving to St. John's to attend Memorial University. After school he became a teacher for a few years before quiting to write full time. His novels are known for exploring issues of adolescence and the family. They are usually set in Newfoundland. In 1992 he was awarded the Vicky Metcalf Award for his body of work. September 12 is the 255th day of the year (256th in leap years). ... 1949 is a common year starting on Saturday. ... Basic Characteristics There is some debate as to what constitutes childrens literature. ... St. ... Memorial University of Newfoundland, popularly known as MUN, is a comprehensive university located in St. ... Adolescence is the transitional stage of development between childhood and full adulthood, representing the period of time during which a person is biologically adult but emotionally not at full maturity. ... Newfoundland (French: Terre-Neuve; Irish: Talamh an Éisc; Latin: Terra Nova) is a large island off the north-east coast of North America, and the most populous part of the Canadian province of Newfoundland and Labrador. ... 1992 is a leap year starting on Wednesday of the Gregorian calendar. ... The Vicky Metcalf Award is awarded to a writer whose body of work has been inspirational to Canadian youth. ...
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