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Ellen Raskin
Ellen Raskin wrote the Newbery Medal-winning mystery, The Westing Game. She was a master of clever puzzles and unforgettable characters, often weaving them into young adult fiction.
Franklin Stein
Lonely young Franklin Stein decides to build a friend, creating a peculiar creature named Fred from various odds and ends. While the neighbors are initially wary of Fred, a local pet show helps change their minds. Ultimately, Fred helps Franklin discover the true meaning of friendship.