Clare Hutton

About The Author

Clare Hutton grew up in Columbia, Maryland, with a dog, two cats, several goldfish, a hermit crab, and an older brother and sister. She now lives with her family in an apartment in Queens, New York, where, unfortunately, pets are not allowed, so she frequently borrows her friends’ dogs. She has published many books for young readers, writing as both Clare Hutton and Clarissa Hutton.

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Books by Clare Hutton

Summer Gets to Work (American Girl Girl of the Year 2025)

By Clare Hutton

Illustrated by Maike Plenzke

The original middle-grade novel featuring the story of Summer McKinny, American Girl's 2025 Girl of the Year! Includes full color illustrations throughout plus an exceprt from American Girl's bestselling series, "A Smart Girl's Guide"!

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My Journal by Summer McKinny (American Girl Girl of the Year 2025)

By Clare Hutton

Illustrated by Maike Plenzke and Allison Steinfeld

Read all about Summer McKinny, American Girl’s Girl of the Year 2025, directly from Summer! Read along as Summer tells her story in fun journal entries and drawings!

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