Sarah Stewart

Meet Elizabeth Brown. She has no interest in playing with dolls or learning how to roller skate. Her true passion is diving into a good book. As the years go by, Elizabeth reads and reads, and her collection grows and grows. Soon enough, her shelves collapse under the weight of her beloved stories, and the towering stacks of books completely block her front door. What is a dedicated reader to do when her house can no longer hold her collection? You will be charmed by Elizabeth's brilliant and generous solution to her enormous problem. Written in cheerful, witty rhymes and brought to life with charming illustrations, this heartwarming story celebrates the pure joy of reading and the wonderful gift of sharing stories with others. It is a perfect tribute to the magic found inside a library.

When times get incredibly tough for her family, young Lydia Grace Finch is sent away to the bustling, gray city to live with her cantankerous Uncle Jim. Leaving her rural home behind is difficult, but Lydia refuses to leave her passion for growing things. Packing her small suitcase full of hope and a massive collection of seeds, she arrives at her uncle's bakery ready to work. Slowly but surely, Lydia begins to transform the gloomy shop, planting vibrant flowers in every available window box and bringing bright smiles to the weary customers' faces. However, her ultimate goal is to create a breathtaking, secret rooftop garden spectacular enough to finally make her grumpy uncle crack a smile. Told entirely through heartfelt letters, this inspiring and visually stunning historical tale celebrates the immense power of bringing beauty and joy into a dark world.