Barbara O'Connor, Her Home and Newest Book
Barbara O'Connor is a #1 New York Times bestselling author whose middle-grade novels are a hit with librarians, booksellers, and readers of all ages across the country. When I finished reading her delightful new novel, Dream I realized how deeply good I felt . The story pulled me in right away. I loved Idalee, the young heroine, and every one of the other characters, and their backstories, were fascinating! Because Barbara lives nearby, I had the honor of visiting her lovely home and chatting about Dream , her inspirations and creative process, and her late husband, Willie, whose legacy is apparent in the many beautiful renovations and thoughtful touches around their home and property. Barbara, tell us about your newest book, Dream . Dream is a standalone companion to my New York Times bestseller Wish . It tells the story of 11-year-old Idalee Lovett, who is content with her life in small-...
