Lyman Frank Baum was a children's author, playwright and journalist, famous for The Wizard of Oz book series. He wrote thirteen novel sequels, nine other fantasy novels, and a host of other works. The Wonderful Wizard of Oz brought a huge critical acclaim and financial success. The book was the best-selling children's book for two years after its initial publication which resulted in thirteen more novels based on the places and people of the Land of Oz. The wonderful Wizard of Oz is the story th