Jenn Bishop Books

“A touching and believable story about the ways worries feed on each other, the difference that honesty makes to kids, and how much emotional growth a child...can experience in just a few weeks.” —Publishers Weekly “A sensitive exploration of suicide, forgiveness, and the difficulty of navigating friendships.” —Booklist Perfect for fans of See You in the Cosmos and Where the Watermelons Grow, author Jenn Bishop’s powerful novel tells the moving story of a boy determined to uncover the truth. Nothing is going right this summer for Drew. And after losing his dad unexpectedly three years ago, Drew knows a lot about things not going right. First, it’s the new girl Audrey taking over everything at the library, Drew’s sacred space. Then it’s his best friend, Filipe, pulling away from him. But most upsetting has to be the mysterious man who is suddenly staying with Drew’s family. An old friend of Mom’s? Drew isn’t buying that. With an unlikely ally in Audrey, he’s determined to get to the bottom of who this man really is. The thing is, there are some fears—like what if the person you thought was your dad actually wasn’t—that you can’t speak out loud, not to anyone. At least that’s what Drew thinks. But then again, first impressions can be deceiving.

The narrative is both sensitive and heartfelt, designed to facilitate important conversations about challenging topics. It engages readers on a deeper emotional level, encouraging reflection and dialogue around difficult issues, making it a valuable read for those seeking understanding and connection.

Focusing on sisterhood and the joys of summer, this heartwarming novel explores themes of courage and resilience. It tells a touching story about overcoming challenges and re-engaging with life, making it a perfect read for those who appreciate heartfelt narratives. Fans of emotionally rich tales will find much to enjoy in this celebration of relationships and personal growth.

The night of the sixth-grade dance is supposed to be perfect for Maddie: she ll wear her perfect new dress, hit the dance floor with her friends, and her crush, Avery, will ask her to dance. But as the first slow song starts to play, her plans crumble. Avery asks someone else to dance instead and then the power goes out.