It grabs your heart and won't let go.' BOOK RIOT 'I will read anything Akemi Dawn Bowman writes.' ALICE OSEMAN 'Bowman dives into the sea of grief with her protagonist and celebrates the kinds of love that are eclipsed too often.Hey loves! So as you may or may not know, I’m OBSESSED with the book Harley in The Sky! Probably my most anticipated read for this year, and I got to read the ARC and I’m still sooooooo happy and overjoyed and pinching myself is this real that I got an early physical copy of the book I wanted to love, and ended up loving, so much? KIRKUS REVIEWS PRAISE FOR STARFISH 'It will break your heart and then piece it back together again.' SANDHYA MENON 'One of the most compelling reads of the year.' PASTE MAGAZINE 'This book is a gem.' BOOK RIOT 'Dazzling.' BUSTLE PRAISE FOR SUMMER BIRD BLUE 'Will leave readers breathless.' BOOKLIST 'One of the best books I've read this year. PRAISE FOR HARLEY IN THE SKY Mental health, family and friendship, and the circus: all told in a raw, engaging voice. From award-winning Akemi Dawn Bowman comes a breathtaking evocation of the magic and drama of the circus. Harley in the Sky is a luminous, unforgettable examination of love, loyalty and tough choices. What it would mean to hold a dream in my palm, press it tight against my heart, and never let it go. I only wish my parents could see what this means to me. When I'm in the air with the ropes between my fingers, I feel like I'm everything I ever want to be in the world. ALICE OSEMAN, bestselling author of HEARTSTOPPER When I'm on the trapeze, I feel whole. I will read anything Akemi Dawn Bowman writes. The year’s outstanding debut authors for children: shortlist for the 2023 Branford Boase Award announced.

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