{"title":"Kate Lumsden","description":"\u003cp\u003eKate Lumsden’s books invite young readers into vibrant, imaginative worlds filled with warmth and humour. Her stories often explore themes of friendship, self-discovery, and adventure, making them perfect companions for children’s reading journeys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith engaging characters and accessible language, \u003cem\u003eConfessions of a Mango\u003c\/em\u003e and other titles by Lumsden offer delightful narratives that encourage empathy and creativity. Her works are a charming addition to any children's collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"confessions-of-a-mango-by-nate-pieplow-9780316586078","title":"Confessions of a Mango","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConfessions of a Mango\u003c\/em\u003e is a heartfelt novel about a neurodivergent girl that challenges us to reexamine what makes someone \"gifted,\" perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eFish in a Tree\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eFrindle\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRuby Emmerson has always felt like the \"dumb\" twin. Struggling with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, she feels out of place at her competitive charter school, especially as her twin brother Bryce excels both academically and socially. When she fails a maths test despite getting extra help, she fears she'll flunk out of Benton Academy and drag her brother back to their old school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn a moment of frustration, Ruby vents anonymously online, describing herself as an impostor—a mango among lovebirds. But to her surprise, she's far from alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs her account gains a following, tensions rise with her brother and her posts draw the unwanted attention of the school administration. Now, Ruby must find the courage to challenge Benton's high-pressure environment and advocate for herself and all the other \"Mangoes\" out there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47734224814316,"sku":"9780316586078","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780316586078-confessions-of-a-mango.jpg?v=1781217576"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kate-lumsden.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}