Barbara Park

Barbara Park was a beloved American author of children's and young adult fiction, celebrated for her humorous and relatable stories. Her notable works include 'The Graduation of Jake Moon' and 'Mick Harte Was Here,' both praised for their sensitive portrayal of complex emotional themes. Park's writing often explored the challenges and triumphs of childhood with warmth and wit, earning her a dedicated readership.

Books by Barbara Park

2 books available

Mick Harte Was Here
Barbara Park
4.3 (4k) average on GoodreadsChildren's
Phoebe deals with the sudden death of her mischievous younger brother, Mick, after he rides his bike without a helmet, leaving her to navigate a world changed by his absence.
The Graduation of Jake Moon
Barbara Park
4.0 (748) average on GoodreadsChildren's
Jake Moon deals with the confusing and often embarrassing changes in his grandfather Skelly, who has Alzheimer's, learning to care for and love the man he once knew in a new way.