Jean Ferris

Jean Ferris was a versatile and celebrated author known for her engaging young adult novels that often interwove romance, humor, and adventure. Born on January 24, 1939, in Long Beach, California, Ferris captured readers' imaginations with works like "Once Upon a Marigold," praised for its whimsical charm and wit. A graduate of Stanford University, she began her literary career later in life, publishing her first book in 1980. Over her career, she wrote more than a dozen novels, earning numerous accolades, including several ALA Best Book for Young Adults selections. Ferris's enduring stories continue to inspire and entertain young readers worldwide.