Junie B. Jones and the Yucky Blucky Fruitcake

Barbara Park (1947–2013) is beloved by millions as the author of the wildly popular Junie B. Jones series. She is also the author of award-winning middle-grade novels and picture books, including Skinnybones and Mick Harte Was Here. We are thankful for the laughter she’s given us and to millions of children.

Praise for Barbara Park’s Junie B. Jones series

"Park, one of the funniest writers around . . . brings her refreshing humor to the beginning chapter-book set."—Booklist

"Park convinces beginning readers that Junie B.—and reading—are lots of fun."—Publishers Weekly

"Junie’s swarms of young fans will continue to delight in her unique take on the world. . . . A hilarious, first-rate read-aloud."—Kirkus Reviews

"Junie B. Jones is a feisty six-year-old with an endearing penchant for honesty."—Time

"Park is truly a funny writer. Although Junie B. is a kindergartner, she’s sure to make middle graders laugh out loud."—School Library Journal

"Barbara Park captured, with authenticity and heart, the voice of a six-year-old child. Junie B. is a spunky little girl who is naive, lacks an attention span, has a vivid imagination, quick temper, a strong sense of injustice, and an inability to understand subtlety or nuance."— Book Riot