How to Send a Fan Letter to Dav Pilkey
Write a fan letter to Dav Pilkey, preview the PDF, and have PostalForm mail it to Scholastic's published author-letter address. Scholastic says it forwards letters addressed to its authors, but it cannot promise that an author will respond.
Edit and preview the letter, then have PostalForm print and mail it through Scholastic's published author-mail address.
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PostalForm provides the form instructions, mailing notes, document checklist, and source links below. Review these details before completing the guided fields, particularly when the recipient requires a signature, enclosure, or specific submission method. Preview the completed PDF and confirm the destination and price before paying.
Which mailing option and proof should you choose?
PostalForm offers U.S. letter mailing with different delivery and proof options. First-Class suits routine correspondence; Certified Mail adds mailing and delivery records, and Electronic Return Receipt adds a downloadable signature record. Expedited delivery prioritizes speed. Review the destination, estimated dates, total price, and required proof before paying.
| Mailing option | Delivery speed | Proof | Use when | Avoid when |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USPS First-Class Mail | First-Class Mail delivery estimate shown before payment. | Available processing scans; no recipient signature or Certified Mail receipt. | Routine letters when a signed delivery record is unnecessary. | Your instructions require Certified Mail, a signature, or a deadline this estimate cannot meet. |
| Certified Mail | First-Class delivery speed; certification does not make delivery faster. | USPS mailing and delivery/attempt tracking; no Electronic Return Receipt unless added. | You need a recorded mailing and delivery or attempted-delivery status. | You need a downloadable signature record or faster delivery. |
| Certified Mail + Electronic Return Receipt | First-Class delivery speed; signature collection may require redelivery or pickup. | Certified Mail records plus a downloadable USPS signature record when available. | Your instructions call for Certified Mail with Return Receipt or you need the signature record. | Your recipient requires an original enclosure, personal service, or another submission method. |
| Expedited / Express with signature | Faster estimated delivery range shown at checkout; production cutoff and destination apply. | Carrier tracking and signature option; this is separate from Certified Mail and ERR. | Speed and signature matter and checkout offers the service for your destination. | A rule specifically requires Certified Mail or the displayed estimate misses your deadline. |
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Important details+
PostalForm is not affiliated with Dav Pilkey or Scholastic. A parent or guardian should review a child's message and return address. Do not include manuscripts, gifts, valuables, or sensitive personal details.
What you need+
- A favorite book or character
- One specific personal detail or question
- Parent or guardian review for a child's letter
- Sender name and return address
Form summary+
Write a fan letter to Dav Pilkey, preview the PDF, and have PostalForm mail it to Scholastic's published author-letter address. Scholastic says it forwards letters addressed to its authors, but it cannot promise that an author will respond.
A memorable letter can name a favorite Dog Man, Cat Kid Comic Club, or Captain Underpants moment, explain why it mattered, and ask one short question. A parent or guardian should review a child's message and return address before ordering.
Scholastic suggests enclosing a postage-paid return envelope marked with the author's name when seeking a reply. PostalForm sends only the printed letter and outer mailing envelope, so this workflow does not satisfy that return-envelope request and cannot promise a reply.
How it works+
- Personalize the fan-letter starter.
- Have an adult review it if a child is writing.
- Preview the PDF and enter sender details.
- Pay to have PostalForm print and mail the letter through Scholastic.
Where it gets mailed+
We prefill the recipient for you.
Packet order+
- Cover sheet (auto-generated)
- Completed form PDF
Common mistakes+
- Expecting a guaranteed reply.
- Assuming the outer return address is the postage-paid return envelope Scholastic requests.
- Including a manuscript, valuable item, or sensitive personal details.
- Skipping adult review of a child's return address.
FAQs+
Where does this Dav Pilkey fan letter go?
It goes to Dav Pilkey, c/o Scholastic Inc., 557 Broadway, New York, NY 10012-3999, using Scholastic's published author-mail route.
Does Scholastic forward fan letters?
Scholastic says it forwards mail addressed to its authors, but it cannot promise a reply.
Does PostalForm include a self-addressed stamped envelope?
No. This workflow mails the letter only. The sender return address on the outer envelope is not a postage-paid return envelope.
Can a child use this page?
A parent or guardian should review the child's message and return address before ordering.
Is PostalForm affiliated with Dav Pilkey or Scholastic?
No. PostalForm is an independent printing and mailing service.
Last verified+
Last Scholastic Inc. verification: August 9, 2026