Donna Jo Napoli
The Crossing
This is a wonderful selection to add to a collection of American history picture books. Donna Jo Napoli’s writing, whether…
Lights on the Nile
Editors' choice
Lights on the Nile is the newest title in Donna Jo Napoli’s growing list of fairy tale retellings. Many of…
Alligator Bayou
Alligator Bayou recounts an overlooked but disturbing episode of American history: the persecution and lynching of Italians immigrants. Calogero arrives…
The Smile
The Smile is the next title in Donna Jo Napoli’s growing list of young adult novels. Many of her previous…
Hush
Hush: An Irish Princess Tale is the next title in Donna Jo Napoli’s growing list of young adult retellings. Many…
Fire in the Hills
Donna Jo Napoli has done it again. With each book, she proves why she is one of today’s best…
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