{"title":"Jeanne Birdsall","description":"Jeanne Birdsall grew up in the suburbs west of Philadelphia, where she spent most of her time reading and daydreaming. She decided to be a writer when she was ten years old, though she didn't circle back to that idea until she was all grown up and then some. Her first book was The Penderwicks, which won the National Book Award and was a New York Times Bestseller. Four other Penderwicks novels, all of which received glowing accolades and were New York Times bestsellers, followed to round out the series. She is also the author of several picture books and a chapter book. Jeanne's days involve plenty of time writing, gardening, and chasing around her two mischevious dogs.","products":[{"product_id":"the-library-of-unruly-treasures-hardcover","title":"The Library of Unruly Treasures - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES \u003c\/i\u003eBESTSELLER - In this funny, winning, and unexpected adventure from the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling, National Book Award-winning author of the Penderwicks series, a girl finds herself an unlikely hero when she stumbles upon a big secret about little creatures. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"A tender story whose tone evokes the warmth of a much-needed hug.\"--\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eGwen MacKinnon's parents are dreadful. Truly, deeply, almost impressively dreadful. So Gwen's not upset at all when she's foisted onto her never-before-seen Uncle Matthew for two weeks. Especially when it turns out he has a very opinionated dog named Pumpkin. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThings take a turn for the weird when Gwen makes a discovery in the local library. A discovery that involves tiny creatures with wings. And no, they're not birds. They're called Lahdukan. But why can only Gwen and the youngest children, gathered for storytime, see them? \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe Lahdukan insist that Gwen is destined to help them find a new home. But how can a girl as unwanted, uncourageous, and generally unheroic as Gwen possibly come to the rescue? 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Over one million copies sold, now with a bright new look! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This summer the Penderwick sisters have a wonderful surprise: a holiday on the grounds of a beautiful estate called Arundel. Soon they are busy discovering the summertime magic of Arundel's sprawling gardens, treasure-filled attic, tame rabbits, and the cook who makes the best gingerbread in Massachusetts. But the best discovery of all is Jeffrey Tifton, son of Arundel's owner, who quickly proves to be the perfect companion for their adventures. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The icy-hearted Mrs. Tifton is not as pleased with the Penderwicks as Jeffrey is, though, and warns the new friends to stay out of trouble. Which, of course, they will--won't they? One thing's for sure: it will be a summer the Penderwicks will never forget. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Deliciously nostalgic and quaintly witty, this is a story as breezy and carefree as a summer day.\u003ch3\u003eFront Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis summer the Penderwick sisters have a wonderful surprise: a holiday on the grounds of a beautiful estate called Arundel. Soon they are busy discovering the summertime magic of Arundel's sprawling gardens, treasure-filled attic, tame rabbits, and the cook who makes the best gingerbread in Massachusetts. But the best discovery of all is Jeffrey Tifton, son of Arundel's owner, who quickly proves to be the perfect companion for their adventures. \u003cbr\u003eThe icy-hearted Mrs. Tifton is not as pleased with the Penderwicks as Jeffrey is, though, and warns the new friends to stay out of trouble. Which, of course, they will--won't they? One thing's for sure: it will be a summer the Penderwicks will never forget. \u003cbr\u003eDeliciously nostalgic and quaintly witty, this is a story as breezy and carefree as a summer day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50583842357471,"sku":"9780440420477","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/8958\/4607\/files\/0FU1hUC7QI9780440420477.webp?v=1784498196"}],"url":"https:\/\/blackandbarhe.com\/collections\/jeanne-birdsall.oembed","provider":"Black \u0026 Barhe Bookstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}