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Junie B., First Grader: Boo...and I Mean It!

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Barbara Park
Barbara Park

Barbara Park, an American children's literature author, was born on April 21, 1947, and passed away on November 15, 2013. She is best known for her popular 'Judy Blume' series, which tells the story of a lively girl named Judy Blume and has been beloved by children around the world. more

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