Margaret Dilloway

When Shoko decided to marry an American GI and leave Japan, she had her parents' blessing, her brother's scorn, and a gift from her husband-a book on how to be a proper American housewife. As she crossed the ocean to America, Shoko also brought with her a secret she would need to keep her entire life... Half a century later, Shoko's plans to finally return to Japan and reconcile with her brother are derailed by illness. In her place, she sends her grown American daughter, Sue, a divorced single mother whose own life isn't what she hoped for. As Sue takes in Japan, with all its beauty and contradictions, she discovers another side to her mother and returns to America unexpectedly changed and irrevocably touched.

A mother-daughter story about the strong pull of tradition, and the lure and cost of breaking free of it. When Shoko decided to marry an American GI and leave Japan, she had her parents blessing, her brothers scorn, and a gift from her husband-a book on how to be a proper American housewife. As she crossed the ocean to America, Shoko also brought with her a secret she would need to keep her entire life... Half a century later, Shokos plans to finally return to Japan and reconcile with her brother are derailed by illness. In her place, she sends her grown American daughter, Sue, a divorced single mother whose own life isnt what she hoped for. As Sue takes in Japan, with all its beauty and contradictions, she discovers another side to her mother and returns to America unexpectedly changed and irrevocably touched.

In this epic historical saga reminiscent of Game of Thrones meets Memoirs of a Geisha, two very different women find their fates intertwined. At the dawn of the shogun era, in 12th century Japan, Tomoe is strong but obedient, a beautiful onnabugeisha (woman who studies the art of war), the concubine and army captain to the reckless orphan Yoshinaka, whose vow to avenge his fathers death and oust his cousin from power takes over their lives. Yamabuki is the sheltered, shy noble sold off to become rough Yoshinakas legal wife, sent to live in the remote mountains of Japan, where her scornful lady-in-waiting is none other than the warrior woman Tomoe. As the epic Gempei War begins and the women prepare for battles both literal and of the heart, losing means death, but victory might mean losing everything.

The award-winning author of How to Be an American Housewife returns with a poignant story of estranged sisters, forced together by family tragedy, who soon learn that sisterhood knows no limits. Rachel and Drew Snow may be sisters, but their lives have followed completely different paths. Married to a wonderful man and a mother to two strong-minded teens, Rachel hasnt returned to her childhood home since being kicked out by her strict father after an act of careless teenage rebellion. Drew, her younger sister, followed her passion for music but takes side jobs to make ends meet and longs for the stability that has always eluded her. Both sisters recall how close they were, but the distance between them seems more than they can bridge. When their deferential Japanese mother, Hikari, is diagnosed with dementia and gives Rachel power of attorney, Rachels domineering father, Killian becomes enraged. In a rare moment of lucidity, Hikari asks Rachel for a book in her sewing room, and Rachel enlists her sisters help in the search. The bookwhich tells the tale of real-life female samurai Tomoe Gozen, an epic saga of love, loss, and conflict during twelfth-century Japanreveals truths about Drew and Rachels relationship that resonate across the centuries, connecting them in ways that turn their differences into assets.

Winner of the ALA Reading List Award Difficult and obstinate. Thriving under a set of specific and limited conditions. That pretty much describes me. Maybe thats why I like these roses so much.Roses are Galilee Garners passion. An amateur breeder, she painstakingly cross-pollinates her plants to coax out new, better traits, striving to create a perfect strain of her favorite flower, the Hulthemia. Her dream is to win a major rose competition and one day have her version of the bloom sold in the commercial market.Gal carefully calibrates the rest of her time to manage the kidney failure shes had since childhood, going to dialysis every other night, and teaching high school biology, where she is known for her exacting standards. The routine leaves little room for relationships, and Gal prefers it that way. Her roses never disappoint her the way people have.Then one afternoon, Riley, the teenaged daughter of Gals estranged sister, arrives unannounced to live with her, turning Gals orderly existence upside down. Suddenly forced to adjust to each others worlds, both will discover a resilience they never knew they had and a bond they never knew they needed.

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 doesnt 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 uncles riddle to save the land.But one day, a photo reveals clues about an endangered animalone 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 its scary.

A heartfelt and funny story about a shy eleven-year-old who learns to manage her anxiety through improv classesand discovers her activist voice. From Margaret Dilloway, author of Summer of a Thousand Pies, and perfect for fans of Sharon Draper, Lynda Mullaly Hunt, and Holly Goldberg Sloan.Eleven-year-old Ava Andrews has a Technicolor interior with a gray shell. On the inside, she bubbles with ideas and plans. On the outside, everyone except her best friend, Zelia, thinks she doesnt talk or, worse, is stuck-up. What nobody knows is that Ava has invisible disabilities: anxiety and a heart condition.Ava hopes middle school will be a fresh start, but when Zelia moves across the country and Avas Nana Linda pushes her to speak up about social issues, she withdraws further. So Ava is shocked when her writing abilities impress her classmates and they invite her to join their improv group, making up stories onstage. Determined to prove she can control her anxiety, she joinsand discovers a whole new side of herself, and what it means to be on a team.But as Avas self-confidence blossoms, her relationship with Zelia strains, and she learns that it isnt enough just to raise your voiceits how and why you use it that matters.Can Ava find a way to balance new friendships, old loyalties, and the courage to speak up for whats right?Managing Anxiety: Eleven-year-old Ava learns to use the surprising tools of improv comedy to face her biggest fears, both on and off the stage. Making New Friends: After her best friend Zelia moves away, Ava must learn to step out of her comfort zone and discover what it means to be part of a team. Invisible Disabilities: A compassionate and honest look at life with a heart condition and social anxiety, perfect for starting conversations about empathy. Social Activism for Kids: From shy and quiet to a passionate advocate, Ava discovers that speaking up to save her favorite local spot is another way of taking care of her community. Long-Distance Friendships: As Avas confidence grows, her relationship with Zelia is tested, exploring the challenges of staying close when youre thousands of miles apart.

A heartfelt contemporary middle grade novel about a girl who must try to save her aunts failing pie shop, perfect for fans of The Thing About Jellyfish, Fish in a Treeand The Great British Baking Show.When Cady Bennett is sent to live with the aunt she didnt even know she had in the quaint mountain town of Julian, she isnt sure what to expect. Cady isnt used to stability, after growing up homeless in San Diego with her dad.Now shes staying in her mothers old room, exploring the countryside filled with apple orchards and pie shops, making friends, and working in Aunt Shells own pie shopand soon, Cady starts to feel like she belongs.Then she finds out that Aunt Shells shop is failing. Saving the business and protecting the first place shes ever really felt safe will take everything shes learned and the help of all her new friends. But are there some things even the perfect pie just cant fix?Summer of a Thousand Pies is a sweet and satisfying treat of a novel full of friendship, family, and, of course, pie.A Heartfelt Coming of Age Story: After a childhood of instability, twelve-year-old Cady gets a chance at a real home with an aunt she never knew she had. Found Family: In the quaint mountain town of Julian, Cady makes new friends and finds a community that rallies around her, showing her the true meaning of family. Baking, Friendship, and Pie: Cady discovers a passion for baking in her Aunt Shells charming-but-failing pie shop, a place shell fight to protect with the help of her friends. Finding a Place to Belong: For a girl who has never known what "home" means, saving the pie shop is about protecting the first place she has ever truly felt safe. Includes Real Recipes: Features a collection of Cadys favorite recipes, from the perfect pie crust to Tres Leches Cake, for young bakers to try.

“Una aventura perfecta para fans de Percy Jackson”, School Library JournalXander no es un chico como los demás: en el colegio le señalan por sus orígenes japoneses, y su talento para dibujar cómics l

Adentrate en la segunda entrega de Momotaro, donde heroes y seres mitologicos combaten para dominar el mundo.Xander ha descubierto que es el legendario heroe Momotaro. Con su espada magica es capaz de vencer monstruos y espiritus, y con sus amigos supera todas las aventuras que se cruzan en su camino. Pero los enemigos mas terribles todavia no han aparecido.Extranas pesadillas le asaltan cada noche, y un gran peligro se acerca: los suenos estan desapareciendo del mundo humano, y sin ellos todo colapsara.

Si t’agrada Rick Riordan, no et perdis aquesta nova sèrie! Mitologia japonesa, monstres, esperits i un heroi molt especial!En Xander no és un noi com els altres. A l’escola l’assenyalen pel seu orige