This series chronicles the lives of five siblings navigating the vibrant landscape of New York City. Faced with unexpected challenges, from landlord disputes to personal growth, these resourceful children rely on their intelligence and strong family bonds. Each story is a heartwarming exploration of community, ingenuity, and the power of working together to overcome obstacles. It's a charming narrative that celebrates the unique spirit of family and neighborhood.
One of The New York Times' Notable Children's Books of 2017: 'In this delightful and heartwarming throwback to the big-family novels of yesteryear, a large biracial family might lose their beloved brownstone home, but win it back with an all-out charm offensive.'
A New York Times Bestseller!While Isa is off at sleepaway orchestra camp, Jessie, Oliver, Hyacinth, and Laney are stuck at home in the brownstone with nothing to do but get on one another's nerves.
NYT Bestselling series! Harlem's favorite family returns in the third installment in the Vanderbeerkers series, wherein the Vanderbeeker kids find themselves racing to save their mother's baking business from city closure.
New York Times best-seller Karina Yan Glaser brings everyone's favorite Harlem family back in this poignant fourth novel in the delightful and heartwarming (New York Times Book Review) Vanderbeekers series.