Beverly Cleary, the beloved children’s book author of the “Ramona” series and “The Mouse and the Motorcycle,” has died. She was 104. Yes, 104. Cleary’s first book, “Henry Huggins,” was published more ...

“Now, Ramona.” Mrs. Quimby’s voice was gentle. “You must try to grow up.” Ramona raised her voice. “What do you think I’m doing?” -Ramona the Brave “God DAMN it. Everybody dying.” With these words ...

The author's first book was "Henry Huggins," which was published in 1950 and became a quick success, setting a precedent for children’s fiction. She'd go on to publish over 40 more children's books.

With witty yet economic prose and a gift for recalling the inner emotions of childhood, Beverly Cleary wove timeless tales that took young readers back to the Portland, Ore., of her youth. Her stories ...

No one could write a foul mood like Beverly Cleary. The author, who died on March 25, three weeks short of her 105th birthday, was a giant of American literature, a singular talent whose work reshaped ...

Beverly Cleary, the beloved children’s book author of the “Ramona” series and “The Mouse and the Motorcycle,” has died. She was 104. Yes, 104. Cleary’s first book, “Henry Huggins,” was published more ...