The Umbrella House

Name: The Umbrella House
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781772782790
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By Colleen Nelson

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Summary

The Umbrella House by Colleen Nelson is a heartwarming children's book set in a vibrant community in Toronto. The story follows a young boy named Felix as he becomes deeply involved in a neighbourhood where he faces challenges and forges friendships. Emphasising themes of belonging and resilience, the book beautifully captures the spirit of a close-knit community.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by stories that explore themes of friendship, resilience, and community spirit. It's ideal for children who appreciate engaging narratives about overcoming challenges and the powerful bonds formed through shared experiences. Young readers will likely be captivated by the heartwarming journey of the characters as they navigate life's ups and downs together.

The Umbrella House

The 2023 Junior Library Guild Selection, now available in paperback! From the award-winning author of The Undercover Book List, a tale of community, found family, and the power of art to tell a story and make a change.

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Description

In this intimate and inspiring novel about the power of art and the value of community, award-winning author and former New Yorker Colleen Nelson brings life and liveliness to an eccentric cast of New York City neighbors.

Middle-schooler and New Yorker Roxy Markowski wants to tell the truth fearlessly and powerfully, just like her idols at Veracity News. She and her best friend Scout already make YouTube videos together about East Village life, so when Veracity News announces a Young Voices video competition, Roxy knows it's the perfect opportunity to make a name for herself, if only she can find a story worth telling. When a real-estate mogul threatens to buy her historic East Village apartment building, Umbrella House, Roxy sets out to create a video about the people who live in her building, depicting their love for art, community, and family.

With time-and her options for saving Umbrella House-running out, Roxy finds herself caught up in the mystery of the Midnight Muralist, a famous East Village artist whose murals once made buildings famous and valuable. Could finding this enigmatic artist be the key to saving her historic East Village apartment building?

"Blending fact, fiction, social issues, and friendship, this novel ably highlights young people's strengths....An uplifting account of creative kids working to preserve a city landmark."-Kirkus Reviews

"Nelson, who has lived in New York, creates a cast of interesting characters with Umbrella House (a real place with a colorful history) and its neighborhood as the setting. A well-paced story with a satisfying conclusion."-Booklist

"Nelson's novel both commends activists' can-do spirit and emphasizes the heights to which one can go when backed by unwavering communal support."-Publishers Weekly

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Colleen Nelson's The Umbrella House is widely praised for its engaging mix of fact and fiction, focusing on social issues and the power of community action. Reviewers highlight its well-crafted characters and compelling narrative, set against the backdrop of New York's real-life Umbrella House. The book's messages about activism and communal support resonate well with readers, making it a captivating story for middle-grade audiences.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781772782790

Publisher: Pajama Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 July 2023

Country: Canada

Imprint: Pajama Press

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 312g

Pages: 224

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Colleen Nelson Young Adult

About the Author

An author and elementary school teacher, Colleen Nelson earned her Bachelor of Education from the University of Manitoba in her hometown of Winnipeg. Her previous novels include the critically acclaimed Harvey Comes Home, Sadia, winner of the 2019 Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Award, and Blood Brothers, selected as the 2018 McNally Robinson Book of the Year for Young People. Colleen writes daily in between appearances at hockey rinks and soccer fields in support of her two sports-loving sons.

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