Books Up the Mountain: A Packhorse Librarian Story

Books Up the Mountain: A Packhorse Librarian Story - Hardcover

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Books Up the Mountain: A Packhorse Librarian Story - Hardcover

Books Up the Mountain: A Packhorse Librarian Story - Hardcover

by Caroline Starr Rose
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Book Overview

Some stories are too important to be forgotten.

During the Great Depression, families living deep in the Appalachian mountains had little access to books. But a group of determined women changed that.

They rode horses and mules over steep mountain trails, carrying saddlebags full of stories to readers who were waiting eagerly for them.

In this lyrical story by Caroline Starr Rose, Book Woman mounts her surefooted mule to traverse the rugged terrain and deliver books to isolated mountain readers.

She carries something for everyone. Old and young eagerly await her visit. Blowing blizzards, swelling streams, and slippery slopes can't keep the faithful Book Woman from her route.

This picture book is a celebration of the transformative power of books and the dedication librarians have to ensuring access to literacy for all.

Includes free audiobook streaming via QR code on the back of the book.
ISBN9781956393217
Author Caroline Starr Rose
PublisherWaxwing Books
GenreChildren
FormatHardcover
PublishedAugust 2026
LanguageENG- English
Pages40
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceKids
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Caroline Starr Rose

Caroline Starr Rose is an author whose books have been ALA-ALSC Notable, Junior Library Guild, ABA New Voices, Kids' Indie Next, Amazon's Best Books of the Month for Kids, and Bank Street College of Education Best Books selections. In addition, her books have been nominated for almost two dozen state award lists. Caroline was named a Publisher's Weekly Flying Start Author for her debut novel, May B. She spent her childhood in the deserts of Saudi Arabia and New Mexico and taught social studies and English in four different states. Caroline lives in New Mexico.

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