Shari Green crée des fictions pour les jeunes adultes et les pré-adolescents, puisant une profonde inspiration dans la mer et le pouvoir des histoires. Souvent trouvée avec un livre et du thé, ou se promenant sur les plages près de sa maison sur l'île de Vancouver, son écriture explore des thèmes qui résonnent avec les expériences adolescentes. Sa voix unique capture la magie de la narration pour un public plus jeune.
Deaf sixth-grader Macy expects disaster when she is sent to help her elderly neighbor Iris, who doesn't know sign language, pack for a move to an assisted- living home. To her surprise, Iris soon becomes a firm friend who helps Macy face her own upcoming move, into the home of her mother's soon-to-be husband and two young stepsisters.
Set against a seaside backdrop, the story follows 11-year-old Bailey as she navigates a summer of self-discovery and empowerment. Faced with disappointment from the adults around her, she learns to harness her own influence and take charge of her life, exploring themes of resilience and personal growth.
Set against the backdrop of devastating wildfires, this middle-grade story explores themes of loss and resilience. The narrative follows young characters as they navigate the emotional and physical challenges posed by the fires, highlighting their strength and determination to overcome adversity. With a focus on the impact of natural disasters on communities and individuals, the book offers a poignant reflection on hope and recovery, making it a relevant and inspiring read for young audiences.
Exploring themes of personal growth and healing, the book offers a transformative journey through the author's own experiences with trauma, loss, and spirituality. Shari Green shares practical strategies to help readers confront self-sabotage and find purpose in their lives. Over the course of 30 days, she guides individuals towards inner peace, drawing from her own struggles with the loss of two children and the challenges of childhood trauma, making her insights relatable and impactful for those seeking solace and understanding.
From award-winning verse novelist Shari Green comes an unforgettable story of friendship, first love, and an impossible choice between integrity and duty, family and friends, all while fighting for a dream.