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We All Fall Down By Eric Walters

Historical Context Of the Novel

Characters & Setting

The novel We All Fall Down is based on the tragedy in 2001. On September 11th, the World Trade Center collapsed due to two commercial planes crashing into them

  • Will Fuller
  • John Fuller
  • Ting
  • Mrs. Phelps
  • New York City
  • World Trade Center
  • Will's School

Personal Life

Eric Walters was born on March 3rd, 1957 in Toronto and now lives in Mississauga, Ontario with his spouse Anita. He also has three grown up children, Christine, Nick, and Julia. Living with him is also his two poodles, Lola and Winnie. When Eric writes a book, it is often based on his experiences.

Interesting Facts

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  • After the 9/11 incident, Eric Walters stopped writing for almost 2 years.
  • This novel is based on a true event and is dedicated to the lives lost during the attack.
  • The novel We All Fall Down won The Red Maple Award and Manitoba Young Readers Choice Award.

A Little About the Author;

Eric Walters

How It All Began

He began writing in 1993 when he worked as a grade 5 teacher. He was inspired by his students who loved to read and write. His first novel was Stand Your Ground. Over the years, he has written over 70 novels for both young adults and adults. The novels that he has written have won over 100 awards.

His Life Now

While writing, Eric goes across Canada and around the world making presentations about being a writer. Within a year, Eric speaks to over 125 students and encourages them to be amazing readers and writers.

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