Books like Beverly Cleary by Patricia Stone Martin
This concise biography explores the life of Beverly Cleary, the renowned American children's author. It outlines her journey into writing, her development as a storyteller, and her focus on setting clear, attainable literary goals. The book presents key moments that shaped her career and offers insight into how her early ambitions guided her enduring success.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Patricia Stone Martin
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