{"title":"Series: Milkweed Prize for Children's Literature","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our delightful collection of the \u003cem\u003eMilkweed Prize for Children's Literature\u003c\/em\u003e, a series that celebrates exceptional storytelling in the realm of young adult literature. The books featured here are not just tales – they are beautifully crafted narratives that captivate the imagination and expand the horizons of young readers and adults alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong this prestigious collection, you’ll find compelling titles such as \u003cem\u003eSilhouette of a Sparrow\u003c\/em\u003e, which takes readers on an unforgettable journey through history, identity, and self-discovery. Each book in the Milkweed Prize series is chosen for its literary merit and ability to resonate with the vibrant, inquisitive spirit of young adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese stories are perfect for readers eager to explore diverse perspectives and complex themes while enjoying compelling plots and richly developed characters. Discover your next great read today and see why the \u003cem\u003eMilkweed Prize for Children's Literature\u003c\/em\u003e is synonymous with excellence and inspiration in young adult fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"silhouette-of-a-sparrow-by-molly-beth-griffin-9781571317049","title":"Silhouette of a Sparrow","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinner of the Milkweed Prize for Children's Literature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWinner of the 2013 Paterson Prize for Books for Young Readers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eALA Rainbow List Recommended Book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmelia Bloomer Project List Recommended Book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLambda Literary Award Finalist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMinnesota Book Award Finalist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eForeword Reviews Book of the Year Honourable Mention\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the summer of 1926, sixteen-year-old Garnet Richardson is sent to a lake resort to escape the polio epidemic in the city. She dreams of indulging in ornithology and a visit to an amusement park—a summer of fun before she returns to a final year of high school, marriage, and middle-class homemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut in the country, Garnet finds herself under the supervision of oppressive guardians, her father's wealthy cousin and the matron's stuck-up daughter. Only a job in a hat shop, an intense, secret relationship with a beautiful flapper, and a deep faith in her own heart can save her from the suffocation of traditional femininity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a coming-of-age story about a search for both wildness and security in an era full of unrest. It is the tale of a young woman's discovery of the science of risk and the art of rebellion, and, of course, the power of unexpected love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSilhouette of a Sparrow\u003c\/em\u003e is a novel that explores these themes with grace and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46740646461676,"sku":"9781571317049","price":18.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12305363482747.jpg?v=1755550373"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/series-milkweed-prize-for-childrens-literature.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}