Beverly Cleary

Ramona Quimby, Henry Huggins, and Ralph the Mouse are among some of her best-known characters. More than half a century after her first book was published, sales are still strong, with more than 91 million books sold and counting.

Today, Oregon author Beverly Cleary turns 100! Just before her birthday, Cleary sat down with OPB to film the first ever documentary of her life “Discovering Beverly Cleary.”

How will renowned children's author Beverly Cleary celebrate turning 100 this month? With a celebratory slice of carrot cake!

We know Ramona. We know Ralph and Beezus, too. But what about the woman who brought those characters to life? Here are five facts about author Beverly Cleary.

Test your Beverly Cleary knowledge in this quiz focusing on some of the Newbery Medal–winning author's best-known works.