{"title":"Stephen Haff","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Stephen Haff, a distinguished figure in contemporary general fiction. Dive into the imaginative world crafted by Haff, where storytelling becomes a transformative experience. Known for his engaging narratives and profound insights, Haff captures the intricacies of human emotion and the strength of community connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the cornerstones of Haff’s literary offerings is \u003cem\u003eStill Waters in a Storm\u003c\/em\u003e. In this evocative tale, readers journey into a community learning centre in Brooklyn, where local children and their mentor explore language, identity, and resilience. This remarkable narrative is a testament to the power of words and the shared human experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStephen Haff's collection is perfect for those who appreciate storytelling that is both heartwarming and thought-provoking. Each book provides a unique blend of fiction that encourages readers to reflect on their own lives and the world around them. With Haff’s works, prepare to be inspired and maybe even see the world in a new light.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"still-waters-in-a-storm-by-stephen-haff-9780062934079","title":"Still Waters in a Storm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreviously published as \u003cem\u003eKid Quixotes\u003c\/em\u003e, the unlikely, inspiring true story of a one-room school where children of undocumented immigrants and their teacher unlock the revolutionary power of listening.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Haff paints a picture of what education in America could and perhaps should be. His story is passionately honest, profoundly open-minded, and suffused with optimism, and his writing is crisp and clear and persuasive.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Andrew Solomon, National Book Award-winning author of \u003cem\u003eThe Noonday Demon: An Atlas of Depression\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStill Waters in a Storm\u003c\/em\u003e is an after-school program held in a small room in Bushwick, Brooklyn; it is a place for kids to practice reading and writing in English, Spanish, and Latin. For the students, many living in constant fear of deportation, Still Waters is a refuge. For Stephen Haff, a former public-school teacher, it is the sanctuary he built following a breakdown caused by bipolar depression. At Still Waters, all agreed that there would only be one rule: “Everyone listens to everyone.” And this has unlocked spectacular potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2016, the students have been collectively translating \u003cem\u003eDon Quixote\u003c\/em\u003e into English, taking the Spanish tale—a story about a dreamer who never gives up—and adapting it into a bilingual musical. Six-year-old Sarah tells of her mother’s journey across the desert from Mexico riding on the back of a tiger. Alex, a very private teenager, sings her coming out song to standing ovations. As the kids perform their work across NYC, they learn that they belong in this country—their voices amplifying to deliver a message of diversity, love, hope, and resilience essential to us all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46671483568364,"sku":"9780062934079","price":49.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10544893482210.jpg?v=1752818954"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/stephen-haff.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}