Runaway Ralph

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Runaway Ralph is a children's book by Beverly Cleary, published in 1970. Cleary was known for her realistic and humorous portrayals of everyday childhood experiences. Her stories often featured characters like Henry Huggins, Beezus, and Ramona Quimby, set in her hometown of Portland, Oregon. Runaway Ralph is part of a series that includes The Mouse and the Motorcycle. Cleary's work was widely acclaimed, earning her numerous awards, including the Newbery Medal for Dear Mr. Henshaw. Her books are celebrated for their gentle humor and deep understanding of children's concerns.

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…Mouse and the Motorcycle (1965), Runaway Ralph (1970), and the Ramona series, whose notable titles include Ramona the Pest (1968), Ramona and Her Father (1977), and Ramona Quimby, Age 8 (1981).
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…Mouse and the Motorcycle (1965), Runaway Ralph (1970), and the Ramona series, whose notable titles include Ramona the Pest (1968), Ramona and Her Father (1977), and Ramona Quimby, Age 8 (1981).
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