Information about Carl Hiaasen:

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 1.What was his first solo book?

His first solo book was Powder Burn.
It has been made in 1981.

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2.Where did he grow up?

Carl Hiaasen was born and raised in Florida, where he still lives with his incredibly tolerant family and numerous personal demons.

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3.What book of his was turned into a movie in 1996.

The book 'Strip Tease' was written in 1993 and in 1996 it was turned into a movie, as 'Striptease'.

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4.What award has Hoot won?

These are the awards that Hoot has won:

 

• Winner 2003 - ALA Notable Children's Book
• Winner 2003 - Texas Lone Star Reading List
• Winner 2003 - Maine Student Book Master List
• Winner 2003 - Newbery Honor Book
• Winner 2003 - Pennsylvania Keystone State Reading Association Book Award
• Winner 2003 - ALA Best Books for Young Adults
• Winner 2003 - Maine Student Book Master List
• Winner 2003 - ALA Best Books for Young Adults
• Winner 2004 - Kentucky Bluegrass Master List
• Winner 2005 - Minnesota Maud Heart Lovelace Award
• Winner 2006 - Connecticut Nutmeg Children's Book Award

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5.What is his most recent book?

The most recent book of Carl Hiaasen is: The Downhill Lie.
It has been made in 2008.

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