Kelly Barnhill

American author of children's and young adult fantasy fiction; winner of the 2017 Newbery Medal for The Girl Who Drank the Moon. Writes novels and short fiction.

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  1. 1. The Ogress And The Orphans

    A tender, fable-like tale about a gentle ogress who lives on the edge of a fearful village and quietly cares for a group of orphaned children; when rumors and a mysterious disappearance turn the town against her, the orphans and a few brave residents work to uncover the truth, exposing how gossip, scapegoating, and fear corrode community. The story explores the power of stories, the courage of kindness, and how empathy and honesty can heal and rebuild trust.

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