{"title":"Miriam Chernick","description":"\u003cp\u003eMiriam Chernick’s stories invite young readers into imaginative worlds filled with adventure, mystery, and heartfelt moments. Her engaging narratives, such as \u003cem\u003eThe Zuzu Secret\u003c\/em\u003e, capture the curiosity and resilience of children navigating extraordinary situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for those who love children’s books that blend warmth with suspense, Chernick’s work sparkles with relatable characters and thoughtful themes, making her collection a delightful choice for young minds and their families.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-zuzu-secret-by-miriam-chernick-9781623547738","title":"The Zuzu Secret","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow in paperback! It's summer, and Josie and Abe's family just moved to a new town. They each have secrets... one of which involves caring for a bearded dragon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor fans of \u003ci\u003eOut of My Mind\u003c\/i\u003e, comes a heartfelt novel for kids ages 10 and up about sibling relationships, family struggles, disability, and getting what you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's summer, and Josie and Abe's family just moved to a new town. They each have secrets... one of which involves caring for a bearded dragon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor fans of \u003ci\u003eOut of My Mind\u003c\/i\u003e, comes a heartfelt novel for kids ages 10 and up about sibling relationships, family struggles, disability, and getting what you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e12-year-old Josie Sherman, an animal lover and aspiring vet, rescues a bearded dragon lizard. But her family's strict no-pets rule because of her brother's disability forces Josie to hide the lizard, Zuzu, in her bedroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAbe, Josie's 15-year-old brother, is a huge Orioles fan, and he has plans of his own. Abe lives with Prader-Willi syndrome, which restricts his independence. What secret risks will Abe take to reach his goals?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTold in alternating points of view, \u003ci\u003eThe Zuzu Secret\u003c\/i\u003e explores the challenge of balancing independence with deception. Josie and Abe both have things to learn about being truthful with themselves and with the people they love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Zuzu Secret\u003c\/i\u003e is much more than a book about a young person with a disability. It is a realistic, warm, beautifully told story of growing love and responsibility between sister and brother. - Francisco X. Stork, author of \u003ci\u003eMarcelo in the Real World\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47582741233900,"sku":"9781623547738","price":28.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781623547738-the-zuzu-secret.jpg?v=1777438928"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/miriam-chernick.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}