Picture book. When Elsa moves and needs a friend, she tinkers and tapes and tries to make the best friend ever. The problem is this Bot friend can’t play and never smiles. What is the secret to making a real friend? Through lively illustrations, this story encourages children to overcome their fears, to be creative, and to celebrate their uniqueness.
Buy on AmazonMiddle Grade Novel: Set on Long Island in 1979, Randi’s Steps is a coming-of-age novel inspired by the author’s own childhood experience. Francie struggles to be someone she’s not and somehow control her world that way. But she can’t control Randi’s frequent headaches that ruin their summer fun. As Randi’s battle with disease drags on, Francie’s desire to fit in at school pulls her away from the person who needs her most. Francie wants to be loyal and caring to Randi, but when put to the test, she fails. Randi’s Steps exposes the dark places in a young girl’s heart and the challenges of facing the truth about herself. How will their friendship survive the disease that changes everything?
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