Letter from Fred Gipson regarding Old Yeller
Old Yeller is the beloved tale of a boy and his loyal, clever, “big yeller” dog. More
The History of HarperCollins Children’s Books in the U.S.
The Department of Books for Boys and Girls at Harper was established in the U.S. in 1926. More
Charlotte’s Web
Considered a classic of children’s literature; a novel of friendship, love, life, and death. More
The Giving Tree
Poignant, game-changing picture book for readers of all ages that has been a favorite for generations. More
Gordon Korman
I read to be astounded by other writers’ ideas. More
Dodger
Michael L. Printz Honor Book from bestselling author Sir Terry Pratchett; rich with humor and wisdom. More
Bridge to Terabithia
Newbery Medal–winning novel; a true modern classic and touchstone of children’s literature. More
Veronica Roth
I read because reading changes you. More
Julie of the Wolves
Newbery Medal–winning classic about a girl living among wolves. More
Jenna Bush Hager
I read because it’s in my DNA. More
The Butterfly Lion
A moving story of enduring friendship, this is the award-winning favorite from a master storyteller. More
The Weirdstone of Brisingamen
Garner’s celebrated children’s fantasy novel has become a cult classic of children’s literature. More
Garth Nix
Reading is to live More
Monster
Winner of the first Michael L. Printz Award and the Coretta Scott King Award. More
Old Yeller
Instantly acclaimed, it has become one of the most beloved children’s classics ever written. More
The Boy in the Dress
The sharp and funny first novel for children from bestselling publishing phenomenon David Walliams. More
Black Boy
A powerful and eloquent autobiography that has sold more than a million copies since publication. More
The Graveyard Book
Winner of the Newbery Medal, the Carnegie Medal, and the Hugo Award for Best Novel. More
Sara Pennypacker
I write because the really good stuff—how funny and beautiful the world is, even when it’s not; More
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Chronicles of Narnia #1)
First book written in the world-celebrated Narnia series; captivating readers for more than sixty years. More
Michael Bond
I was brought up in a house where books were an essential part of the furnishings. More
Born Free
Its remarkable interaction between the author and a lion cub named Elsa enchanted generations. More
Sarah, Plain and Tall
Newbery Award winner about the power of family, which has sold over 4.5 million copies. More
Henry Huggins
The debut novel from Newbery Medal–winning author Beverly Cleary. More
When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit
A child’s perspective as a refugee during the rise of Nazism; now a modern classic. More
Sounder
Newbery Award–winning book that became an influential children’s work on race and class. More
Divergent
First book in the Divergent trilogy, which has sold more than 32 million copies worldwide. More