With a writing career that has spanned four decades, it should be no surprise that Judy Blume as seen some shit. In an interview with the Guardian's Alison Flood, Blume opens up about the hate-mail she's received, book-banning, and writing about puberty, among other things. » 7/12/14 1:30pm Yesterday 1:30pm

Mutual admirers Judy Blume and Lena Dunham recently sat down and had a conversation for The Believer, during which they discussed a plethora of things including careers, feminism, adolescence and books books books! And just in case you were hard-up for winter reading material, the two women have plenty of suggestions. » 1/09/14 11:10am 1/09/14 11:10am

Some classic Judy Blume novels are getting a makeover. Entertainment Weekly has an exclusive look at the new covers for Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret and Forever. Do you like? (Please note the tagline "Growing up is tough. Period.") » 11/19/13 12:10pm 11/19/13 12:10pm

We can all agree that Judy Blume is the basically the wisest scribe in all of contemporary literature, but if some of you still are still in disagreement, this latest interview in which she explains why banning kids from reading certain books makes zero sense should sway you. » 8/16/13 9:30am 8/16/13 9:30am

The first-ever film adaptation of a Judy Blume novel comes out TOMORROW. If you're seeing the movie in New York or Chicago, you can meet Blume after certain screenings of the film. In this sneak-preview clip, Davey and Wolf are in the tentative first stages of what will become a powerful relationship. » 6/06/13 2:00pm 6/06/13 2:00pm

Judy Blume, iconic writer/patron saint to confused tweens that she is, needs no introduction. There's a pretty solid chance that you, dear reader, felt less alone in the world after reading her books, whether you were obsessed with getting your period, grappling with recently divorced parents or considering whether… » 5/14/13 5:00pm 5/14/13 5:00pm

Judy Blume's very first big screen movie is coming, and everyone is very, very excited. » 4/25/13 9:30am 4/25/13 9:30am

I don't know how we missed this, but it's the best thing that is or has ever been on the internet or in the world. » 2/27/13 11:45pm 2/27/13 11:45pm

Sometimes the world just works exactly the way you always knew that it should but were too embarrassed to say that it should to all of your friends who pretend to read Proust and say things like, "I have the malaise." They indeed do have the malaise if they haven't yet read the bibliography-off that Patton Oswalt and… » 9/30/12 8:00pm 9/30/12 8:00pm

Judy Blume has counseled millions of women through getting their first period, losing their virginity, and dealing with bad boyfriends, friendships, and divorce, so it's unsurprising that she's able to tackle the topic of breast cancer with her characteristically witty real talk, too. Except, this time, it's her own… » 9/05/12 2:30pm 9/05/12 2:30pm

Young adult fiction has a rich and evolving history. But few writers have ever had the enduring success and cultural influence of Judy Blume. Having sold more than 80 million copies, many of her books remain in print (and widely read) 40 years or more after they were first published. Her influence on several… » 4/06/12 6:00pm 4/06/12 6:00pm

I'm wary about menarche parties, whether they involve cheesy themed partyware and "Pin the Ovaries" games or Native American folk songs and flower garlands. I'm all for girls feeling empowered rather than embarrassed about getting their periods, and I love the idea of parents celebrating and supporting their… » 3/20/12 7:40pm 3/20/12 7:40pm

In today's Tweet Beat, Judy Blume is putting off getting back to work, Andy Cohen has a very specific type, everyone has a different reaction to Wiki blackout and Caroline Manzo knows how to pick her company.
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Holiday gift alert for any of your literary-minded friends! Flavorwire happened upon an Etsy shop called Uneek Doll Designs that sells handcrafted dolls of famous authors. My favorites, above, are Sylvia Plath, Maya Angelou, and Judy Blume. Can you imagine if people gave these dolls — along with the books of by said… » 12/12/11 5:45pm 12/12/11 5:45pm

Today in Tweet Beat, Mimi has painted her belly—with a butterfly, natch. Plus, Judy Blume clears something up. » 3/28/11 7:30pm 3/28/11 7:30pm

Today in Tweet Beat, celebs mourn the loss of Elizabeth Taylor and share personal photos of the late actress. » 3/23/11 7:30pm 3/23/11 7:30pm

Today in Tweet Beat, Judy Blume thought she was the same age as Abraham Lincoln. Plus, Ellen Page joins Twitter. » 2/22/11 7:30pm 2/22/11 7:30pm

Today in Tweet Beat, Heidi Montag is thinking about writing a book. Well, at least she's thinking. Plus, today is National Drink Wine Day according to Ramona Singer. » 2/18/11 7:30pm 2/18/11 7:30pm

This weekend, Judy Blume celebrated her 73rd birthday and Henry Rollins celebrated his 50th. Let's wish both of them a happy and healthy 2011 and imagine how hilarious it would be if they hung out. » 2/13/11 4:30pm 2/13/11 4:30pm

Some new info regarding Tiger Eyes, the upcoming feature film based on the Christine O'Donnell-friendly novel by Judy Blume: Blume's son Lawrence, who co-wrote the screenplay with mum, will direct. And did you know this is Judy's first big-screen movie? » 10/19/10 3:54am 10/19/10 3:54am