Author Beverly Cleary, Who Penned The Ramona Quimby Books, Dies At 104

Cleary created some of the most authentic characters in children's literature, including Henry Huggins, Ralph S. Mouse and the irascible Ramona Quimby. In 1999, she told NPR, "I think children want to read about normal, everyday kids. … I think children like to find themselves in books."

Author Beverly Cleary, Who Penned The Ramona Quimby Books, Dies At 104 Cleary created some of the most authentic characters in children's literature, including Henry Huggins, Ralph S. Mouse and the irascible Ramona Quimby. In 1999, she told NPR, "I think children want to read about normal, everyday kids. … I think children like to find themselves in books." Read More You received this message because you're subscribed to Breaking News Alerts emails. This email was sent by National Public Radio, Inc., 1111 North Capitol Street NE, Washington, DC 20002 Unsubscribe  |  Privacy Policy