Barbara DaCosta finds fascination in the odd and quirky aspects of life, a theme that weaves through her work from lighthearted children's books to adult mysteries. Her writing often explores unusual relationships and situations with a unique perspective. She collaborates with other artists to create visually engaging stories that resonate with readers of all ages. DaCosta's ability to find the extraordinary in the ordinary makes her a distinctive voice in literature.
Night Shadows tells the story of a lonely girl who finds an unlikely friend in her elderly neighbor. Each night kids have been creeping around and spray painting houses in Tasha’s neighborhood. Two days in a row, her neighbor Mrs. Lucy awakes to find graffiti outside her home. Tasha helps her paint over it. They discover that they are alike, except for their age, and become inseparable.
Late at night, when all is quiet and everyone is asleep, a ninja creeps silently through the house in search of treasure. Soon he reaches his ultimate goal...and gets a big surprise! Will the nighttime ninja complete his mission?With spare text and lush illustrations, Nighttime Ninja is a fun, adventure-filled story about the power of play and imagination.