Anne Bustard crea historias con una profunda comprensión de la infancia, basándose en sus experiencias como maestra y librera. Su escritura se adentra en el mundo de los jóvenes lectores, explorando temas y narrativas que resuenan con sus experiencias e imaginaciones. Posee una habilidad única para conectar con los niños a través de su prosa cautivadora y su narración perspicaz. Su trabajo tiene como objetivo fomentar el amor por la lectura y el aprendizaje en su audiencia.
Centered on ten-year-old Glory Bea, the narrative unfolds as she eagerly anticipates a miracle: the return of her father. This heartwarming tale captures her hopes and dreams, echoing themes of family and resilience. As Glory Bea navigates her emotions and prepares for this significant event, readers are invited to experience the depth of her journey and the magic of believing in miracles.
Set in 1960s Hawaii, a young girl faces cultural challenges after moving from Texas. Isolated and bullied by local eighth-grader Kiki, Peggy Sue feels out of place, especially with her cat in quarantine. Her situation worsens when she must assist Kiki in a sewing project to avoid failing home economics. A friendship with Malina offers a glimmer of hope, but everything changes when a tsunami strikes, leaving Peggy Sue unconscious and her parents missing. She must find the strength to cope with uncertainty and fear as she navigates this tumultuous time.
In 1964 in Totter, Texas, Magnolia Jean Crook--an aspiring detective and a firm believer in UFOs--is desperate to protect her grandmother Mimi against accusations of theft, especially when Mimi's recent memory lapses may signal something serious.