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The Benefits of Being an Octopus

Ann Braden

Publisher: Sky Pony Press

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Summary

Lead middle grade!



Realistic and hopeful: This story presents the situation of poverty in an authentic, sympathetic, and realistic way, while also promoting a message of hope, and showing how even small actions can create huge change.



Economic diversity: There is a lack of books addressing economic woes and the difficult family dynamics that accompany poverty for this age level in the marketplace—this fills that hole.



Age-appropriate: Though difficult themes are addressed, the writing is accessible and appropriate for the age level—a perfect fit for Sky Pony's list.



Awards bait: This type of story—emotional, a strong commercial voice, tackling a serious issue—is just what awards committees are looking for, and should be huge in the school and library market.

 

Author self-promotion: Debut author Ann Braden is driven, well-connected in her community, and eager to promote her book in any way possible.
Available since: 09/18/2018.

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