Featuring a captivating retelling of 24 African American folk tales, this collection includes a variety of stories such as animal tales, supernatural narratives, and cautionary tales, alongside inspiring slave tales of freedom. The author's storytelling is engaging and accessible, making these tales enjoyable for readers of all ages. Enhanced by 40 expressive illustrations by the Dillons, this beautifully presented book is a must-have for those interested in rich cultural narratives.
The story of eleven-year-old Cammy, who must come to grips with the sudden death of her cousin and rival, Patty Ann. "Another wise, beautifully written book from this well-established master."--KirkusBeing cousins doesn't mean you'll be friends....Cammy loves her family -- except for her cousin Patty Ann. Though she knows she shouldn't feel this way, she can't help it. Patty Ann is too perfect to like, too perfect to be a friend.Then one day something terrible happens, something that can't be changed. That's when Cammy learns the truth about Patty Ann, and about family love -- and forgiveness.
A bittersweet story of a 12-year-old girl's search for the truth about her own past and her missing father.
As a slag heap, the result of strip mining, creeps closer to his house in the Ohio hills, fifteen-year-old M.C. is torn between trying to get his family away and fighting for the home they love.
An eleven-year-old and her older twin brothers struggle to understand their supersensory powers.
Set in a historic house with a dark past, the story follows a black family who experiences eerie occurrences and unsettling sounds, leading them to suspect they are in peril. As they uncover hidden passageways, the tension escalates, intertwining themes of history, survival, and the legacy of slavery. The novel's gripping narrative and rich atmosphere contribute to its recognition with the Edgar Allan Poe Award.
