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Marjorie Weinman Sharmat

November 12, 1928 – March 12, 2019

Marjorie Weinman Sharmat was a prolific American children's author whose extensive body of work includes over 130 books for young readers. Her engaging narratives have resonated with generations, leading to translations into multiple languages. Many of her titles were recognized by the Library of Congress as books of the year and were frequently selected by Literary Guild, underscoring their widespread appeal and literary merit.