Jack Plank Tells Tales

Jack Plank Tells Tales is a children's novel written by Newbery Honor recipient Natalie Babbitt. Her first novel in 25 years, it was released by Scholastic, Inc. in 2007.

Plot

The book contains connected stories dealing with an inept and humane pirate, Jack Plank, who has trouble finding work that suits him and his inhibitions.

Reception

The book received a starred review from Booklist in April 2007, and the School Library Journal gave it a most favorable review.