{"title":"Amina Luqman-Dawson","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmina Luqman-Dawson\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts compelling stories that resonate deeply with young readers, exploring themes of identity, history, and resilience. Her acclaimed work, \u003cem\u003eFreewater\u003c\/em\u003e, blends lyrical prose with rich historical contexts, inviting children to experience powerful narratives grounded in cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful, evocative tales that celebrate strength and community, making her books a meaningful addition to any children's library. Her storytelling captures both the challenges and triumphs of her characters with heart and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"freewater-newbery-coretta-scott-king-award-winner-by-amina-luqman-dawson-9780316056670","title":"Freewater (Newbery \u0026 Coretta Scott King Award Winner)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinner of the John Newbery Medal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinner of the Coretta Scott King Author Award\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn Indiebound Bestseller\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eA \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e Bestseller\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the cover of night, twelve-year-old Homer flees Southerland Plantation with his little sister Ada, unwillingly leaving their beloved mother behind. Much as he adores her and fears for her life, Homer knows there's no turning back, not with the overseer on their trail. Through tangled vines, secret doorways, and over a sky bridge, the two find a secret community called Freewater, deep in the swamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this society created by formerly enslaved people and some freeborn children, Homer finds new friends, almost forgetting where he came from. But when he learns of a threat that could destroy Freewater, he crafts a plan to find his mother and help his new home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDeeply inspiring and loosely based on the history of maroon communities in the South, \u003ci\u003eFreewater\u003c\/i\u003e is a striking tale of survival, adventure, friendship, and courage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46995300122860,"sku":"9780316056670","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14049703482300.jpg?v=1763108823"},{"product_id":"freewater-newbery-coretta-scott-king-award-winner-by-amina-luqman-dawson-9780316056618","title":"Freewater (Newbery \u0026 Coretta Scott King Award Winner)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the cover of night, twelve-year-old Homer flees Southerland Plantation with his little sister Ada, unwillingly leaving their beloved mother behind. Much as he adores her and fears for her life, Homer knows there's no turning back, not with the overseer on their trail. Through tangled vines, secret doorways, and over a sky bridge, the two find a secret community called Freewater, deep in the swamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this society created by formerly enslaved people and some freeborn children, Homer finds new friends, almost forgetting where he came from. But when he learns of a threat that could destroy Freewater, he crafts a plan to find his mother and help his new home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDeeply inspiring and loosely based on the history of maroon communities in the South, \u003cem\u003eFreewater\u003c\/em\u003e is a striking tale of survival, adventure, friendship, and courage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47605724807404,"sku":"9780316056618","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780316056618-freewater-newbery-coretta-scott-king-award-winner.jpg?v=1778140994"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/amina-luqman-dawson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}