“If you don't see the book you want on the shelves, write it.” ― Beverly Cleary
She captured childhood like no author could, charmed us with her fiery wit, and put Portland’s own Klickitat Street on the map. Beloved author Beverly Cleary is now 100 years old, and it’s time to have a big, bold, unruly celebration, Ramona style! So strap on your reading gear, grab one of the author’s classics, and explore the worlds of such cherished characters as Henry Huggins, Ralph S. Mouse, and, of course, Ramona Quimby!
As a birthday bonus, Walking with Ramona author Laura O. Foster has written a piece on the joys of Beverly Cleary and meandering. Please enjoy!
Image used by permission of HarperCollins Publishers.