This author is celebrated for their heartfelt approach to storytelling, viewing each publication as a culmination of their creative journey. They champion the belief that anyone possesses the potential to be a writer, emphasizing the courage required to share one's narrative. Their philosophy centers on the idea that dedication and the sheer will to tell a story are the fundamental ingredients for success. This perspective imbues their work with a profound sense of authenticity and encouragement.
Set against the backdrop of World War II France, the story unfolds at the historic Chateau de Chenonceau, where a Jewish girl grapples with the devastating loss of her family. As she navigates a world filled with danger and uncertainty, she faces a critical choice: to risk her own life in a courageous effort to help others escape oppression. This middle-grade novel explores themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the quest for freedom in a time of fear.
Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who spoke up and rose up against the odds - including Rosalind Franklin!
A candid, at times confronting, teen novel about sisterhood and sexual abuse, by Newbery winner and #1 New York Times bestselling author Kimberly Brubaker Bradley, who says of her latest work: 'Parts of this story are scary, but trust me: no one needs to be afraid. Hope and love win out.'
When Ada's clubfoot is surgically fixed at last, she knows for certain that she's not what her mother said she was - crippled in her mind as well as in her body. But who is she, she wonders? Ada and her brother, Jamie, are living with their guardian, Susan, in a cottage in the English countryside, on the estate of the formidable Lady Thorton and her daughter, Maggie, Ada's dearest friend. Life in the crowded cottage is tense. Then Ruth, a Jewish girl from Germany, moves in. A German? Everyone is horrified. Ada must decide - where do her loyalties lie?
A young disabled girl and her brother are evacuated from London to the English countryside during World War II, where they find life to be much sweeter away from their abusive mother
Set in France on the brink of the Revolution, the narrative explores the deep bond between two friends whose lives are disrupted by class divisions and the rise of democratic ideals. As political tensions escalate, their friendship faces challenges that reflect the broader societal upheaval, highlighting themes of loyalty and the struggle for freedom.
Set against the backdrop of World War II, this thrilling narrative follows the remarkable journey of one of France's youngest spies. The true story highlights her bravery and resilience as she navigates the dangers of espionage. With themes of courage and sacrifice, it resonates with readers who appreciate historical fiction that intertwines personal struggle with significant historical events, making it a compelling read for fans of Code Name Verity and The Diary of Anne Frank.
After her brother dies and her parents get a divorce, twelve-year-old Dani sets out to hike the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine on her own. Then her mother catches up with her on the trail.