Parents need to know that beginning-reader chapter book Orris and Timble: Lost and Found is a sparely narrated, beautifully illustrated sequel to Kate DiCamillo and Carmen Mok's relatable, heartstring ...

Funnily enough, given the agony of the selection process, it was easy to name the single best children’s book of the past 20 years. Hands down, it’s Brendan Wenzel’s “They All Saw a Cat” (2016), which ...

Kate DiCamillo Says ‘Paying Attention Is a Way to Love the World’ The feisty title character of her new book, “Ferris,” has a sharp eye for detail, and so, its author hopes, does she ...

If you have attended elementary school since the year 2000 or have had kids who have done so, the name Kate DiCamillo should ring a bell.

Children’s writer Kate Dicamillo is known for beloved stories like “The Tale of Despereaux” and “Because of Winn-Dixie,” about kids and animals trying to navigate the world and make emotional ...

This combination of photos shows author Kate DiCamillo posing for a portrait in New York on Jan. 18, 2024, left, and cover art for her latest book “Ferris.” (AP Photo/Bebeto Matthews, left ...

Most of DiCamillo’s books teach life lessons through humor and common experience, but characters also deal with loss, grief and loneliness.

Author Kate DiCamillo's new book for children is all about healing Author Kate DiCamillo's trademark includes a strong voice, humor, and a tinge of sadness. But her latest book, ‘Ferris’, is a ...

Books Kate DiCamillo This combination of photos shows author Kate DiCamillo posing for a portrait in New York on Jan. 18, 2024, left, and cover art for her latest book "Ferris." ...