Books Up the Mountain: A Packhorse Librarian Story

by Caroline Starr Rose, Gabrielle Grimard (Illustrator)

Overview

"A tale of courage, commitment and the transformative power of stories, Books Up the Mountain: A Packhorse Librarian Story is a compelling tribute to the brave women who served the people of the Appalachian mountains during the Great Depression. Before the birds begin to sing or the sun makes plans to rise, Book Woman mounts her surefooted mule to traverse the rugged Appalachian terrain and deliver books to isolated mountain readers. She carries something for everyone—books and pamphlets, magazines, and scrapbooks. Old and young eagerly await her visit. Blowing blizzards, swelling streams and slippery slopes can’t keep the faithful Book Woman from her route. She knows she carries more than just books—she bears words to bring the world to readers in these mountains. Historical fiction written by Caroline Starr Rose and illustrated by Gabrielle Grimard, this picture book will capture young readers with its lyrical text, substantial back matter, and gorgeous illustrations. She carries something for everyone—books and pamphlets, magazines and scrapbooks. Old and young eagerly await her visit. Blowing blizzards, swelling streams and slippery slopes can’t keep the faithful Book Woman from her route. She knows she carries more than just books—she bears words to bring the world to readers in these mountains. "

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781956393217
Publisher:	Waxwing Books
Publication date:	08/04/2026
Pages:	40
Product dimensions:	9.00(w) x 11.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

Caroline Starr Rose is a middle grade and picture book author whose books have been nominated for dozens of awards. Caroline was named a Publisher’s Weekly Flying Start Author for her debut novel, May B. She spent her childhood in the deserts of Saudi Arabia and New Mexico and taught social studies and English in four different states. Caroline now lives with her family in her hometown, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Find her at CarolineStarrRose.com. Gabrielle Grimard (painted-words.com) draws worlds in which she’d like to live. She loves using light and color to create visual poetry. She makes her art in Quebec, where she lives with her family.