Barbara Dana (Books)

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Barbara Dana writes with an expansive imagination and a profound understanding of the complexities of the human spirit. Her work often delves into themes of identity, relationships, and the search for one's voice, particularly among younger readers. Dana is known for her ability to craft vivid characters and compelling narratives that resonate across different age groups. Her literary approach blends intimate observation with a broad scope, making her a distinctive voice in contemporary storytelling.

A Voice of Her Own

Becoming Emily Dickinson

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When something is most important to me and I do not want to lose it, I gather it into a poem. It is said that women must employ the needle and not the pen. But I will be a Poet! That's who I am! Before she was an iconic American poet, Emily Dickinson was a spirited girl eager to find her place in the world. Expected by family and friends to mold to the prescribed role for women in mid-1800s New England, Emily was challenged to define herself on her own terms. Award-winning author Barbara Dana brilliantly imagines the girlhood of this extraordinary young woman, capturing the cadences of her unique voice and bringing her to radiant life.