Siobhan Dowd's writing is deeply informed by her passionate advocacy for human rights and social justice. Her literary contributions often delve into the complexities of censorship and the struggles of marginalized voices. Dowd's prose is recognized for its profound empathy and commitment to exploring challenging themes with nuance. She dedicated herself to promoting freedom of expression and supporting writers facing persecution.
This is an international anthology of English translations of Roma poetry and prose. The writings in this text reflect the 30 contributors shared experiences of prejudice, discrimination and persecution, as well as joy in nature and life. The lives of the contributors are told in brief biographical notes reflecting the many roads followed by the Roma in coming to terms with modern society.
Thirteen-year-old Conor awakens one night to find a monster outside his bedroom window, but not the one from the recurring nightmare that began when his mother became ill - an ancient, wild creature that wants him to face truth and loss
Das Monster erscheint um sieben Minuten nach Mitternacht. Aber es ist nicht das Monster, das der 13-jährige Conor erwartet. Es ist nicht das Monster, das ihn seit Monaten – seit seine Mutter an Krebs erkrankt ist – in seinen Alpträumen quält. Dieses Monster ist anders. Es steht in seinem Garten, ist uralt und wild. Es scheint Conors geheimste Ängste zu kennen. Und es wird ihm das Gefährlichste überhaupt abverlangen: die ganze Wahrheit. Kann sich Conor dieser stellen?
Robin Stevens is known for her engaging mystery novels aimed at young readers, often featuring clever plots and relatable characters. Her stories typically revolve around themes of friendship, teamwork, and the excitement of solving mysteries. With a unique blend of humor and suspense, Stevens captivates her audience, making her books not only entertaining but also thought-provoking. Her writing style encourages young readers to think critically and use their imagination, making her a standout author in children's literature.
A stunning new edition of Dowd's moving story of of the reality of life in a traveller community, the simple power of kindness, and love in its many forms. Featuring powerful black and white illustrations from Kate Greenaway longlisted illustrator Emma Shoard.
In "Bog Child," Fergus discovers a murdered child's body while peat digging with his Uncle Tally. Amidst personal turmoil, including family strife and his brother's hunger strike, he grapples with blackmail and emerging feelings for Cora. The story delves into the sacrifices for peace and the resilience of the human spirit.
After Shell's mother dies, her obsessively religious father descends into alcoholic mourning and Shell is left to care for her younger brother and sister. Her only release from the harshness of everyday life comes from her budding spiritual friendship with a naive young priest, and most importantly, her developing relationship with childhood friend, Declan, charming, eloquent and persuasive. But when Declan suddenly leaves Ireland to seek his fortune in America, Shell finds herself pregnant and the centre of a scandal that rocks the small community in which she lives, with repercussions across the whole country. The lives of those immediately around her will never be the same again.
Memories of Mum are the only thing that make Holly Hogan happy. She's not Holly any more, she's Solace: the girl with the slinkster walk and the super- sharp talk. She's older, more confident - the kind of girl who can walk right out of her humdrum life, hitch to Ireland and find her mum.
Ted and Kat watch their cousin Salim board the London Eye, but when it lands, he is missing. They are left wondering where he could have gone and how he could have vanished without a trace.
