Swan Boy

(Paperback)

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When Johnny moves house and starts a new school he has to deal with a bully who can't leave him alone. But help comes from an unexpected and surprising source and Johnny's growing power soon puts him in a very special place. A chance encounter with a swan sparks a series of events that result in Johnny playing the lead in a school ballet. His teacher wants him to live the role, and when feathers start sprouting on his chest, Johnny begins to understand his true potential. But will he be strong or brave enough to beat his bullies, take care of his brother, support his mother and find a place for himself amongst all the chaos that is prevailing in his life.

Reviews

'wonderful, heart felt and beautiful . . . utterly unpredictable'

-- Piers Torday, author of The Last Wild

A complex and beautiful story, though-provoking and well-written.

* Carousel *

A moving story about grief, resilience and courage.

* Financial Times *

'A tender tale of friendship, loss and fitting in - or notthe main character, Johnny, and his younger brother Mojo, will tug at all heartstrings'

* Guardian *

A beautiful and poignant story about friendship, acceptance and loss. Exquisite characterisation and lots of LEAPING.

* Abi Elphinstone, author of The Dreamsnatcher *

Just finished Swan Boy with a tear in my eye and fireworks in my heart. Tender, funny, wise and just a little bit magical.

-- Piers Torday, author of The Last Wild trilogy

An incredibly uplifting novel about learning to be yourself. I loved it.

-- Sarah Crossan, author of Apple and Rain

Author Bio

Nikki Sheehan is the youngest daughter of a rocket scientist. Sheehan achieved a first class degree in linguistics and worked as a subtitler on Coronation Street and The Simpsons. She later studied developmental psychology and journalism and continues to work as a freelance journalist and copywriter, specialising in parenting features. Sheehan has three children and is also a story mentor with Little Green Pig (Ministry of Stories) helping children to access their creativity. In addition, Sheehan is also one of three organisers of Brighton Rocks Books, the first mini festival of children's writing in the area. Sheehan is also the author of Who Framed Klaris Cliff Published by O.U.P in 2014.