Books like Past perfect, present tense by Richard Peck
"Past Perfect, Present Tense" is a compilation of short stories aimed at children, crafted by the renowned American author Richard Peck. The set features a mix of familiar tales and two previously unpublished stories that explore the idea of what could have been, inviting young readers to ponder alternate possibilities and the nature of choices.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Richard Peck
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