Helen Wells
Helen Wells was a prominent author known for her contributions to young adult literature, particularly through her beloved series featuring nurse Cherry Ames. The Cherry Ames books, which she penned from the 1940s to the 1960s, captured the imaginations of young readers with their engaging stories of a nurse's adventures, highlighting themes of courage, compassion, and the importance of the nursing profession. Wells wrote volumes #1–7 and #17–27, establishing Cherry Ames as a role model for aspiring nurses and young women during a time when such careers were gaining recognition and respect. In addition to the Cherry Ames series, Wells also created the Vicki Barr books, which followed the adventures of a young flight attendant. She authored the first four volumes and is believed to have written the last book in the series as well. Through her work, Wells not only entertained but also inspired a generation of girls to consider careers in nursing and aviation, making significant contributions to the genre of young adult fiction. Her legacy endures as her characters continue to resonate with readers, reflecting the aspirations and challenges faced by young women in the mid-20th century.
Famous Quotes
View all 3 quotes“Far in the back of her mind she was thinking. But she could not dredge up these half-formed feelings, these obscure bits of ideas, into clear, definite thoughts. . . . Her mind ticked away, singing a song she could not decipher.”
“Feelings came alive in Vicki for which the earth and sea had never taught her names.”
“Sacramento, capital of California, and went sailing along over the Great Valley.”
