L. Frank Baum

This author was not originally on my list, but I was recently reminded of why L. Frank Baum is so great. For those who don't know, he is the author of the beloved children's book, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz." Though I do not have as much to write about him as I did John Hughes, he's still a spectacular author. "The Wizard of Oz has been, and always will be, one of my favorite books/movies ever. The story is completely timeless, everyone knows and loves the story of Dorothy Gail from Kansas. "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," however, was not Baum's only book. While it was his most popular, Baum continued on to elaborate on the story of Dorothy Gail and her adventures in Oz. His other works included

The Mystery of Bonita

Molly Oodle

John Hughes

Okay, out of a list of numbers of favorite authors and directors, I've decided to dedicate my first post to John Hughes. Though not a director that would seem relevant to my generation, he is still one of my all time favorites. Having directed, in my opinion, the best teen movies of the 1980's, Hughes is a legend. Not only is he a brilliant director, but his writing skills are such that he can really make you feel apart of the dialogue,or atleast want to be. I can't tell you how much I wish I could have been a fly on the wall during detention in "The Breakfast Club," or have been in the parade in "Ferris Bueller' Day Off!" Hughes really knew how to tap into the needs and interests of teenagers and bring that to the big screen. His movies have so far stood the test of time and are still highly discussed, referenced and watched. He's a director that others aspire to be like, but can't. No one can recreate what he has done. He is and always will be one of the best directors the world has ever known.