Joan of the Journal by Helen Diehl Olds

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Author Olds, Helen Diehl, 1895-1981
Illustrator Beebe, Robb, 1891-1966
Title Joan of the Journal
Note Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Joan of the Journal" by Helen Diehl Olds is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Joan Martin, a 14-year-old girl who dreams of becoming a reporter, inspired by her family's history in journalism. Throughout the narrative, readers follow her excitement surrounding her brother Tim's new job at the local newspaper, the Plainfield Evening Journal, and the challenges she faces as she aspires to break into the world of reporting herself. At the start of the book, Joan is eagerly awaiting news about her brother's job application to the Journal, where their uncle serves as the general manager. Her passion for journalism is palpable, as is her sense of adventure in wanting to learn about the responsibilities and experiences of being a reporter. As Tim embarks on his new role, Joan is determined to get involved as much as she can, and the opening chapters hint at an unfolding mystery connected to the newspaper—specifically regarding a series of strange mistakes that may affect its reputation. Joan's curiosity, combined with her determination to help her brother, sets the stage for a story that explores themes of family bonds, ambition, and the dynamics of a small-town newsroom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Mystery and detective stories
Subject Newspaper publishing -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Women authors -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Deaf -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 47646
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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