Charlotte Herman is the author of many beloved children's books, including the acclaimed Millie Cooper series and The House on Walenska Street. Like Dorrie, Charlotte possesses a lifelong love of family, chocolate malteds, and hot fudge sundaes. She makes her home outside of Chicago.
Fourteen-year-old Heather Hopkowitz can't imagine life without bacon, cheeseburgers, or bowling on Friday nights. But she gives them all up when she spends an entire month as the guest of an Orthodox Jewish family. As Heather begins to appreciate the traditional rituals, she considers becoming observant. What will her friends think? What will her parents think? Ages 8 and up.
Dorrie Meyers faces the challenges of fifth grade while aiming to win the Sweet Semester baking and essay contest. Despite her determination, she struggles with her baking skills, producing cakes that flop and cookies that resemble pancakes. Throughout her journey, she discovers that not all culinary experiments yield delicious results, especially when chocolate-covered gum comes into play. This humorous tale highlights her perseverance and the lessons learned along the way.