Where the Sky Lives

From the author of Five Things About Ava Andrews comes a new middle grade stand-alone novel with STEM and activism themes, set against the backdrop of beautiful Zion National Park. With the perfect blend of humor and heart, this poignant story about family, grief, and changes beyond our control is perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead, Meg Medina, and Lynne Kelly.

When life doesn’t make sense, twelve-year-old amateur astronomer Tuesday Beals has always looked to the stars above Zion National Park, where she lives. Her beloved late uncle Ezra taught her astronomy, but now their special stargazing sites are all she has left of him, along with his ashes and a poem that may be a riddle.

Then a new housing development next door threatens to ruin the night skies and her favorite astronomy spots. Desperate to focus on something besides the growing uncle-sized chasm between her and her mother, the park archeologist, Tuesday takes up photography with her best friend, Carter, after they find an abandoned camera. With this new way of seeing the universe, she tries to solve her uncle’s riddle to save the land.

But one day, a photo reveals clues about an endangered animal—one that could halt construction. Will the discovery be enough to save the park and keep the rest of her world from falling apart?

STEM for Girls: Tuesday uses astronomy and her newfound photography skills to connect with her late uncle and fight for what she believes in. Environmental Activism: When a new development threatens her home in Zion National Park, Tuesday discovers that one kid with a camera can make a huge difference. A Mysterious Riddle: A cryptic poem from her Uncle Ezra is Tuesdays only guide. She and her best friend Carter must decipher its meaning before its too late. Finding Your Voice: A heartfelt journey about speaking up for the people, places, and memories you love, even when it’s scary.