Margo Sorenson writes primarily for young readers, from toddlers to high schoolers, believing they are receptive to new ideas and experiences and enjoy 'living' through the lives of characters. Her literary approach engages the imagination, allowing readers to fully inhabit the stories she crafts. She finds joy in connecting with her audience and sharing the transformative power of reading.
Ambrose, a young mouse, aspires to contribute to his family's legacy by helping to build a cathedral. The story explores his journey as he seeks a way to assist the Master Builder. Accompanied by exquisite illustrations from Katalin Szegedi, this book introduces children aged 4-10 to medieval cathedral architecture while inspiring them to embrace their dreams and understand historical significance.
In a heartwarming tale, Ambrose and his mouse family embrace the spirit of Christmas by assisting worshipers at the cathedral. This year, Ambrose takes on the responsibility of helping a lost and sorrowful princess, showcasing themes of compassion and service. Their journey unfolds in the enchanting setting of the cathedral, blending holiday magic with the importance of kindness and community.
A boy who loves his dictionary searches for the exact right word to describe his mischievous brother
In this work of fiction, eleven-year-old Tori and her family are struggling with the Great Depression in North Dakota, and the death of her beloved papa has been the severest blow of all. To aspiring writer Tori, everything is changing for the worse--her friends are acting too grown-up, and her little brother Otto invades her privacy. When a Norwegian bachelor-farmer begins courting Mama, Tori writes in her journal that her life is about to be ruined. What will Tori discover about forgiveness and acceptance as she tries to keep her life from changing?
Every day after school, Jake visits his uncle Rocco at his Crazy, Mixed-Up Italian Restaurant, where Jake reads his newest books to Rocco and then they bowl with mozzarellas and play pick-up-sticks with spaghetti. When the restaurant needs a new neighbor, can Jake convince Mrs. Page to move her bookstore next door, so he and Uncle Rocco can still have fun and read together? Young readers will enjoy imagining what would happen if a wacky pasta restaurant and quiet bookstore became neighbors.