Beverly Cleary Books in Order

Beverly Cleary, renowned author of beloved children's and young adult literature, crafts relatable stories that tackle everyday challenges with humor and heart. Her iconic characters, including Ramona Quimby and her sister Beezus, Henry Huggins, and Ralph S. Mouse, have captured readers' imaginations worldwide. Born Beverly Atlee Bunn in McMinnville, Oregon, Cleary's early life was marked by a transformative discovery of reading in third grade, sparked by The Dutch Twins by Lucy Fitch Perkins. This newfound passion led her to become a voracious library visitor, though she often struggled to find books reflecting her own experiences as a child. After earning degrees in English and librarianship from the University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Washington, Cleary began her career as a librarian in Yakima, Washington, where she drew inspiration from her young patrons. Her debut novel, Henry Huggins, was born from this connection, launching a distinguished writing career that spans decades and numerous award-winning titles.