Vicki Conrad Author of Just Like Beverly Published by Sasquatch Books We were so excited this new author was coming to our Beverly Cleary celebration in Yamhill! She was also scheduled to visit our local school with an inspirational message about reading and writing. Alas, sometimes we have to rewrite the ending or even the beginnings to our stories. Since we cannot have her visit this year, please read a short interview about what it is like to finish your first book and bei

Happy Birthday to Beverly Cleary! April 12th she turned 104! If you are looking for just a delightful read about the acclaimed children's author this picture book biography will truly inspire. I certainly love the inspiration of Beverly Cleary and what she has done for young minds who just want to enjoy words. Did you know that Beverly was even quarantined as a child? She had fun in dance class. She wanted roller skates. I love that this book is not just facts about Beverl