John O'Brien, author portrait
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John O'Brien

John O'Brien also is the author and illustrator of Mother Hubbard's Christmas, which Booklist calls "a yuk-filled read-aloud." John is also a cartoonist for many magazines and newspapers, most notably The New Yorker, New York Times, and Esquire. He lives in Delran, New Jersey. Visit johnobrienillustrator.com.
How Benjamin Franklin Became a Revolutionary in Seven (Not-So-Easy) Steps
Thomas Jefferson Builds a Library
Revolutionary Rogues
I Know a Shy Fellow Who Swallowed a Cello

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How Benjamin Franklin Became a Revolutionary in Seven (Not-So-Easy) Steps
Thomas Jefferson Builds a Library
Revolutionary Rogues
I Know a Shy Fellow Who Swallowed a Cello

Books for Women’s History Month

In honor of Women’s History Month in March, we are sharing books by women who have shaped history and have fought for their communities. Our list includes books about women who fought for racial justice, abortion rights, equality in the workplace, and ranges in topics from women in politics and prominent women in history to

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