Beatrice Sparks
American writer (1917–2012)
Beatrice Sparks, born Beatrice Ruby Mathews was an American writer and hoaxer who produced a series of books purporting to be the "real diaries" of troubled teenagers. The books deal with topical issues such as drug abuse, Satanism, teenage pregnancy, and AIDS, and are presented as cautionary tales. Her 1971 book Go Ask Alice has sold nearly six million copies.
Filmography in the catalog
Credited on 1 film (1973) — matched by name in the Creator or Credits field.
| Year ▲ | Title | Creator | Length | Format | Color | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Go Ask Alice | Metromedia Producers Corp | 74 min | 16mm | sound |