Ways to Grow Love

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Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Award winner Rene Watson continues her charming young middle grade series starring Ryan Hart, a girl who is pure spirit and sunshine. Ideal for 8-12 year olds! 'Rene Watson is a gifted storyteller who brings vibrant new meaning to time and place ... Watson lets us discover that ones true home is rooted in the heart and soul.' Andrea Davis Pinkney, New York Times bestselling author of THE RED PENCIL Ryan Hart and her family are back in another instalment of stories about a Black girl finding her way and her voice as she grows through change and challenges. In this book, Ryan finds herself waiting on lots of things -- like for her new sister to be born healthy, for her new recipes to turn out right, for that summer camp trip to go better than she fears! And of course Ryan is facing these new challenges and new experiences in her classic style -- with a bright outlook and plenty of spirit!

Reviews

Intermittently funny, frustrating, and touching. . . . Allows black readers to see themselves and all readers to find a character they can love. Move over Ramona Quimby, Portland has another neighbor you have to meet! * Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on WAYS TO MAKE SUNSHINE *
Adroitly captures the uncertainty of growing up amid change through the eyes of an irrepressible black girl. * Publishers Weekly, starred review, on WAYS TO MAKE SUNSHINE *
Ryan Hart approaches challenges in her life with bravery, common sense, and humor. . . . a refreshing character. * Horn Book Magazine on WAYS TO MAKE SUNSHINE *
Middle graders who like realistic fiction will enjoy getting to know this earnest girl and her supportive family. * School Library Connection on WAYS TO MAKE SUNSHINE *
Plenty of charm . . . readers will look forward to Ryans future adventures. * BCCB on WAYS TO MAKE SUNSHINE *
The theme of loving family and friends even through difficult times will resonate with readers. Cheerful black-and-white illustrations enhance the story and convey Ryans effervescent personality. * School Library Journal online on WAYS TO MAKE SUNSHINE *
Rene Watson is a gifted storyteller who brings vibrant new meaning to time and place. In this beautiful blend of family, history, and culture, Watson lets us discover that ones true home is rooted in the heart and soul. * Andrea Davis Pinkney, New York Times bestselling author of THE RED PENCIL on SOME PLACES MORE THAN OTHERS *
Rene Watson's storytelling mastery is on full display in Some Places More Than Others, which is so thematically vibrant and emotionally rich as to defy description. A magnificent book. * Mike Jung, author of UNIDENTIFIED SUBURBAN OBJECT on SOME PLACES MORE THAN OTHERS *
A beautiful novel about family and forgiveness, about the memories we carry with us wherever we go, and the places our hearts call home. * Kate Messner, award-winning author of BREAKOUT on SOME PLACES MORE THAN OTHERS *
A meaningful opportunity for students--particularly those in underrepresented communities--to celebrate themselves and their identities. * School Library Connection, starred review, on SOME PLACES MORE THAN OTHERS *
Watson is a master of structure and character development. . . . Amaras search for her roots is tender and empowering. * School Library Journal, starred review, on SOME PLACES MORE THAN OTHERS *
A much-needed novel about the importance of roots and family connections. * Foreword Reviews, starred review, on SOME PLACES MORE THAN OTHERS *
Captures a young persons growing enlightenment as she experiences one of the worlds most culturally rich neighborhoods. . . . Very relatable. . . . Quietly powerful. * The New York Times Book Review on SOME PLACES MORE THAN OTHERS *
Timely and timeless. * Jacqueline Woodson, National Book Award winning author of BROWN GIRL DREAMING on PIECING ME TOGETHER *
Watson, with rhythm and style, somehow gets at . . . the life-changing power of voice and opportunity, all wrapped up in Jade. * Jason Reynolds, author of ALL AMERICAN BOYS on PIECING ME TOGETHER *
An important and deeply moving novel. * John Green, bestselling and award-winning author of THE FAULT IN OUR STARS on PIECING ME TOGETHER *
Teeming with compassion and insight. * Publishers Weekly, starred review, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *
A timely, nuanced, and unforgettable story. * Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *
A nuanced meditation on race, privilege, and intersectionality. * SLJ, starred review, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *
Will resonate with many readers. * BCCB, starred review, on PIECING ME TOGETHER *

Author Bio

Rene Watson is a New York Times bestselling author. Her novel, Piecing Me Together, received a Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Award. Her books include Some Places More Than Others, This Side of Home, What Momma Left Me, Betty Before X, cowritten with Ilyasah Shabazz, Watch Us Rise, cowritten with Ellen Hagan, and Love Is a Revolution, as well as two acclaimed picture books: A Place Where Hurricanes Happen and Harlems Little Blackbird, which was nominated for an NAACP Image Award. Rene splits her time between Portland, Oregon and New York City. www.reneewatson.net; @reneewauthor (Twitter)