Cynthia Williams Livres

The groundbreaking female pilot featured in the hit Broadway musical Come from Away tells her story in this high-flying and inspiring picture-book autobiography! When Beverley Bass was a young girl in the late 1950s, she told her parents she wanted to fly planes--and they told her that girls couldn't be pilots. Still, they encouraged her, and brought her to a nearby airport to watch the planes take off and land. After decades of refusing to take no for an answer, in 1986 Beverley became the first female pilot promoted to captain by American Airlines and led the first all-female crewed flight shortly thereafter. Her revolutionary career became even more newsworthy when she was forced to land in the remote town of Gander, Newfoundland, on September 11, 2001, due to US airspace closures. After several days there, she flew her crew and passengers safely home. Beverley's incredible life is now immortalized in the hit Broadway musical Come from Away. Here, discover how she went from an ambitious young girl gazing up at the sky to a groundbreaking pilot smiling down from the cockpit. "Inspiring and up, up, and away all the way."--Kirkus "An inspiring biography about one woman's determination to forge a new path."--Booklist

Highlighting the remarkable journey of a pioneering female pilot, this picture-book autobiography captures her inspiring story, as celebrated in the Broadway musical "Come from Away." Through engaging illustrations and personal anecdotes, readers will discover her challenges, triumphs, and the impact of her groundbreaking achievements in aviation, making it a captivating read for both young audiences and aspiring aviators.

The author recounts her profound journey of grief following the tragic loss of her only child in a trucking accident. Struggling with disbelief and despair, she seeks help through a grief support group, ultimately realizing the importance of confronting her pain rather than masking it. Her healing process reveals that loss manifests in various forms, yet the stages of grief remain consistent. Through her experiences, she learns that understanding and acceptance are essential for recovery and that healing is a universal journey.

Louisa finds solace in her new apartment after leaving her tumultuous marriage to Brody, embracing the challenges of single motherhood with her son, Joey. Though the quietness of her new life occasionally feels overwhelming, she is determined to create a fresh start free from past memories. The story explores themes of resilience and the pursuit of a better life, highlighting Louisa's journey towards stability and self-discovery.

Set in the summer of 1963 in northern Michigan, the story follows Maggie, who grapples with revitalizing the Whispering Pines Inn while confronting small-town dynamics and her complicated feelings for childhood friend Burt. The narrative blends humor and poignancy, showcasing a vibrant cast of characters, including quirky guests and staff, as they navigate personal challenges and relationships. Through Maggie's journey, themes of love, loss, and the quest for renewal emerge, offering readers a nostalgic glimpse into life along the shores of Lake Charlevoix and Lake Michigan.