She recently told Newsweek about her five most important books. And answered two related questions:

Read about DiCamillo's five most important books.A classic that, upon rereading, disappointed:
Pinocchio by .I feel so guilty saying this. It was so disjointed. I wanted to edit the whole thing, which is horrible, but there you go.
A book you hope parents will read to their kids:
Charlotte's Web by . It tells the truth and it makes the truth bearable. It shows you how to love the world.
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--Marshal Zeringue