Francine Pascal, the beloved author behind the “Sweet Valley High” series, passed away on July 28, 2024, at the age of 92 from lymphoma. Known for her sharp insight into the teenage mind, Pascal created a literary world that was both entertaining and educational. Born Francine Paula Rubin on May 13, 1932, in Manhattan, Pascal studied journalism at New York University. … [Read more...] about Francine Pascal: The Legacy and Debate of a Literary Icon