August or Forever

Name: August or Forever
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781646033072
Price: 19.99 NZD
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By Ona Gritz

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Summary

August or Forever by Ona Gritz is a children's book that explores themes of friendship, adventure, and self-discovery. It follows the story of a young protagonist navigating the ups and downs of childhood, looking for something exciting during the lazy days of summer. With delightful writing and relatable experiences, this book gently addresses the emotions and changes children often face in their formative years.
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You might enjoy this book if you love stories filled with warmth, heart, and the power of friendship. Its engaging narrative and relatable characters are perfect for young readers who appreciate tales of personal growth and discovery. It’s a delightful choice for children who enjoy rich storytelling and emotional depth.

August or Forever

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"What a beautiful novel about sisterhood, about art, about hearts broken and hearts mended. August or Forever will forever chime inside my own heart." - Gayle Brandeis, author of My Life with the Lincolns

Ten-year-old Molly has always loved having a sister, but sisters are supposed to live together, right? Molly certainly thinks so. Unfortunately, her older half-sister Alison lives on a whole other continent. Their video chats are great, and Molly is thrilled when Alison's hand-written letters arrive in the mail like surprise gifts. Still, it's not enough, not compared to what other siblings have.

That's why when Molly finds out that Alison is finally coming to visit over the summer, she devises a plan she's sure will get her sister to stay. But then Alison arrives with plans of her own, a fragile heart gets broken, and Molly stumbles upon a painful piece of her sister's past. Molly has always loved having a sister, but this is the August when she'll learn what it really means to be one.

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The book August or Forever by Ona Gritz is praised for its insightful exploration of sibling relationships, particularly between ten-year-old Molly and her older half-sister Alison. Reviewers highlight Molly's authentic voice and the charming portrayal of her emotional journey as she navigates the complexities of family love and growing up. The novel is noted for its endearing characters, graceful storytelling, and themes of friendship, family, and art, offering a touching and memorable read for middle-grade readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781646033072

Publisher: Regal House Publishing LLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 February 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Regal House Publishing LLC

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 154g

Pages: 108

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Ona Gritz Young Adult

About the Author

Ona Gritz is the author of two previous children's books including Tangerines and Tea, My Grandparents and Me, a Nick Jr. Family Magazine Best Alphabet Book of the Year and Scholastic Parent & Child Magazine Teacher's Pick. Her essays and poems have been published widely. Recent honors include two Notable mentions in The Best American Essays, a winning entry in The Poetry Archive Now: Wordview 2020 project, and two 2021 Pushcart nominations.