Janae Marks crea narrativas convincentes para jóvenes lectores, inspirándose en sus propias experiencias de vida y su formación académica en escritura creativa. Su ficción profundiza en los desafíos y triunfos de la adolescencia, ofreciendo exploraciones perspicaces y con las que los lectores pueden identificarse. Se dedica a capturar la voz y la perspectiva auténticas de los jóvenes.
Exploring the complexities of friendship, this mystery delves into how relationships are tested when life takes unexpected turns. The narrative weaves a compelling tale that highlights the importance of what truly matters, making it an engaging read for fans of contemporary middle-grade literature. With its intricate plot and relatable themes, it promises a captivating experience reminiscent of the works of Rebecca Stead and Anne Ursu.
Follows fourteen-year-old Zoe and her recently exonerated father as they build their new relationship and work to open a restaurant together.
Twelve-year old Joy dreams of writing music for the movies, but first she has to survive her family's move into a small apartment when her father loses his job
Zoe has never met her father, who was sent to prison right before she was born - so when she receives a letter from him on her twelfth birthday, it's a huge surprise. But when Zoe investigates the crime, she starts to doubt the conviction. Is her father innocent? Or is he a liar? Either way, she's determined to find out.