Cleary, Beverly

The part of third grade Ellen Tebbits likes most is having Austine Allen for her best friend.

The family routine is upset during Ramona's year in second grade when her father unexpectedly loses his job.

When Henry adopts Ribsy, a dog of no particular breed, humorous adventures follow.

Otis is the school troublemaker, but he goes too far when he cuts Ellen's hair.

Follows the popular children's author through college years during the Depression; jobs including that of librarian; marriage; and writing and publication of her first book, "Henry Huggins.".

The adventures of a mouse and his motorcycle in the Mountain View Inn, a run-down hotel in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada.

Barbara helps her eighteen-year-old sister plan her wedding.

In his letters to his favorite author, ten-year-old Leigh reveals his problems in coping with his parents' divorce, being the new boy in school, and generally finding his own place in the world.

The further adventures of the Quimby family as Ramona enters the third grade.