Nick Healy is a celebrated short-story writer whose debut collection earned prestigious awards and critical acclaim for its ability to draw readers in with seemingly effortless, yet profoundly complex, storytelling. His mastery lies in making the art of narrative feel simple, a testament to the intricate craft beneath the surface. Healy's stories are recognized for their unadorned depth, appearing in numerous esteemed literary journals. An earlier career writing for children showcases his versatile command of language across different audiences.
Lonnie wants to be a basketball star, but his Gramps won't put up a hoop at their house. Gramps says Lonnie is too young, leaving Lonnie utterly HOOPLESS. With the help of his Gran, who was a playground legend in her day, Lonnie learns to play in exchange for helping with chores around the house. Will it be enough to convince Gramps that Lonnie is ready for a hoop?
More than 150 compelling photos and provocative writing prompts work together in this hybrid photo book/journal to inspire young adults to think, dream, create. Image and Imagination is a repository of story starters, a practice space for fun and informal writing, and a turnkey to unlock the writer within.