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Vera Cleaver

    January 6, 1919

    This author's work centers on the lives of children facing various challenges, particularly those growing up in mountainous regions. Her narratives often mirror the settings where she resided, exploring themes connected to physical and mental health issues. Collaborations with her husband yielded numerous acclaimed young adult novels, frequently appearing on notable book lists. Even after her husband's passing, she continued to write, maintaining her distinctive narrative voice.

    Where the Lilies Bloom
    Sugar Blue
    • 1984

      Distinctly unenthusiastic when her four-year-old niece, Ella, comes for a prolonged visit, eleven-year-old Amy finds her relationship with the small girl gradually changing her view of herself and life in general.

      Sugar Blue