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The Hero Next Door

Edited by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich

Edited by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich

Edited by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich

Edited by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich

Edited by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich

Edited by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich

Edited by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich

Edited by Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich

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    About The Hero Next Door

    From We Need Diverse Books, the organization behind Flying Lessons & Other Stories, comes another middle-grade short story collection–this one focused on exploring acts of bravery–featuring some of the best own-voices children’s authors, including R. J. Palacio (Wonder), Rita Williams-Garcia (One Crazy Summer), Linda Sue Park (A Long Walk to Water), and many more.

    Not all heroes wear capes. Some heroes teach martial arts. Others talk to ghosts. A few are inventors or soccer players. They’re also sisters, neighbors, and friends. Because heroes come in many shapes and sizes. But they all have one thing in common: they make the world a better place.

    Published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books, this vibrant anthology features thirteen acclaimed authors whose powerful and diverse voices show how small acts of kindness can save the day. So pay attention, because a hero could be right beside you. Or maybe the hero is you.

    AUTHORS INCLUDE: William Alexander, Joseph Bruchac, Lamar Giles, Mike Jung, Hena Khan, Juana Medina, Ellen Oh, R. J. Palacio, Linda Sue Park and Anna Dobbin, Cynthia Leitich Smith, Ronald L. Smith, Rita Williams-Garcia, and short-story contest winner Suma Subramaniam

    About The Hero Next Door

    From We Need Diverse Books, the organization behind Flying Lessons & Other Stories, comes another middle-grade short story collection–this one focused on exploring acts of bravery–featuring some of the best own-voices children’s authors, including R. J. Palacio (Wonder), Rita Williams-Garcia (One Crazy Summer), Linda Sue Park (A Long Walk to Water), and many more.

    Not all heroes wear capes. Some heroes teach martial arts. Others talk to ghosts. A few are inventors or soccer players. They’re also sisters, neighbors, and friends. Because heroes come in many shapes and sizes. But they all have one thing in common: they make the world a better place.

    Published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books, this vibrant anthology features thirteen acclaimed authors whose powerful and diverse voices show how small acts of kindness can save the day. So pay attention, because a hero could be right beside you. Or maybe the hero is you.

    AUTHORS INCLUDE: William Alexander, Joseph Bruchac, Lamar Giles, Mike Jung, Hena Khan, Juana Medina, Ellen Oh, R. J. Palacio, Linda Sue Park and Anna Dobbin, Cynthia Leitich Smith, Ronald L. Smith, Rita Williams-Garcia, and short-story contest winner Suma Subramaniam

    About The Hero Next Door

    From We Need Diverse Books, the organization behind Flying Lessons & Other Stories, comes another middle-grade short story collection–this one focused on exploring acts of bravery–featuring some of the best own-voices children’s authors, including R. J. Palacio (Wonder), Rita Williams-Garcia (One Crazy Summer), Linda Sue Park (A Long Walk to Water), and many more.

    Not all heroes wear capes. Some heroes teach martial arts. Others talk to ghosts. A few are inventors or soccer players. They’re also sisters, neighbors, and friends. Because heroes come in many shapes and sizes. But they all have one thing in common: they make the world a better place.

    Published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books, this vibrant anthology features thirteen acclaimed authors whose powerful and diverse voices show how small acts of kindness can save the day. So pay attention, because a hero could be right beside you. Or maybe the hero is you.

    AUTHORS INCLUDE: William Alexander, Joseph Bruchac, Lamar Giles, Mike Jung, Hena Khan, Juana Medina, Ellen Oh, R. J. Palacio, Linda Sue Park and Anna Dobbin, Cynthia Leitich Smith, Ronald L. Smith, Rita Williams-Garcia, and short-story contest winner Suma Subramaniam

    About The Hero Next Door

    From We Need Diverse Books, the organization behind Flying Lessons & Other Stories, comes another middle-grade short story collection–this one focused on exploring acts of bravery–featuring some of the best own-voices children’s authors, including R. J. Palacio (Wonder), Rita Williams-Garcia (One Crazy Summer), Linda Sue Park (A Long Walk to Water), and many more.

    Not all heroes wear capes. Some heroes teach martial arts. Others talk to ghosts. A few are inventors or soccer players. They’re also sisters, neighbors, and friends. Because heroes come in many shapes and sizes. But they all have one thing in common: they make the world a better place.

    Published in partnership with We Need Diverse Books, this vibrant anthology features thirteen acclaimed authors whose powerful and diverse voices show how small acts of kindness can save the day. So pay attention, because a hero could be right beside you. Or maybe the hero is you.

    AUTHORS INCLUDE: William Alexander, Joseph Bruchac, Lamar Giles, Mike Jung, Hena Khan, Juana Medina, Ellen Oh, R. J. Palacio, Linda Sue Park and Anna Dobbin, Cynthia Leitich Smith, Ronald L. Smith, Rita Williams-Garcia, and short-story contest winner Suma Subramaniam

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Books | Children’s Picture Books

    Hardcover | $16.99
    Published by Crown Books for Young Readers
    Jul 30, 2019 | 272 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780525646303

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Books | Children’s Picture Books

    Hardcover | $19.99
    Published by Crown Books for Young Readers
    Jul 30, 2019 | 272 Pages | 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780525646310

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Books | Children’s Picture Books

    Ebook | $9.99
    Published by Crown Books for Young Readers
    Jul 30, 2019 | 272 Pages | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780525646327

    Category: Audiobooks | Children’s Middle Grade Books | Children’s Picture Books

    Audiobook Download | $15.00
    Published by Listening Library (Audio)
    Jul 30, 2019 | 270 Minutes | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9781984884671

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    Praise

    “A stellar collection that, in celebrating heroes, helps readers find the universal in the specific.” —Kirkus Reviews starred review 


    Praise for Flying Lessons & Other Stories:

    An ALA-YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults Pick!
    A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year!
    A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year!
    A New York Public Library’s Best Books for Kids Selection
    !A Bank Street Best Children’s Book of the Year Selection!

    FIVE STARRED REVIEWS!

    “Should not be missed.” —Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

    “Inclusive, authentic, and eminently readable.” —School Library Journal, Starred Review

    “There’s plenty of magic in this collection to go around.” —Booklist, Starred Review

    “Universal themes.” —Kirkus, Starred Review

    “A glittering cast of writers.” —The Bulletin, Starred Review

    “Will resonate with any kid who’s ever felt different—which is to say, every kid.” —Time 

    “An unusually strong collection.” —The Horn Book 

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